Clerical Assistant - Fixed Term

B. Braun Melsungen AG; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

3x Salary life assurance

Enhanced sick pay

Health and wellbeing programme

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

B. Braun Melsungen AG in Newport is seeking a motivated Clerical Assistant on a fixed-term maternity cover basis. The role supports the Newport Dialysis Unit with administrative duties, patient data entry and liaison across departments to ensure smooth operations.

Working 37.5 hours weekly, Monday–Friday, onsite at Newport Dialysis Unit, with a focus on accurate data handling and professional communication within a clinical team.

Qualifications

• Previous clerical or administrative experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident using IT systems (Word and Excel).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Compassionate and patient-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Act as a receptionist, handling first-line telephone enquiries.
• Input data onto systems (e.g., patient activity, clinical results).
• Liaise with transport and other departments within and outside the hospital.
• Gather information and prepare standard reports (blood results, inpatient days).
• Assist the dialysis unit manager with correspondence.

Skills

Reception

Data entry

IT systems

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

You’re an important part of our future. Hopefully, we're also a part of your future! At B. Braun, we protect and improve the health of people worldwide. You support this vision, bringing expertise and sharing innovation, efficiency and sustainability as values. That’s why we would like to keep developing our company with you. Keeping your future in mind, we’re making a joint contribution to health care worldwide, with trust, transparency and appreciation. That's Sharing Expertise.

Clerical Assistant - Fixed Term

Job Location: Newport, Monmouthshire, United Kingdom, Newport, Monmouthshire, United Kingdom

Functional Area: Administrative/Clerical

Working Model: Onsite

We are looking for a motivated and organised Clerical Assistant to join our dedicated team in the Newport Dialysis Unit on an interim basis.

Newport Dialysis Unit is a dynamic 30 station unit providing haemodialysis treatment for 110 patients in partnership with the NHS Trust. The unit operates safe staffing with a protected 3:1 patient to nurse ratio.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills looking to contribute to a clinical team in a patient-focused environment.

Contract: Fixed-term Maternity Cover, approximately 12 months

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week. Monday – Friday.

Location: Newport Dialysis Unit, Suite B, Caradog House, Cleppa Park, NP10 8UG. Free parking available on site.

Your main responsibilities:

• A ct as a receptionist, dealing with first-line telephone enquiry.
• Input data onto systems as required e.g. patient activity, clinical results.
• Liaise with transport and other departments, both within the hospital and externally.
• Gather information and prepare standard reports – blood results, inpatient days etc.
• Assist the dialysis unit manager with correspondence.
• Prepare and coordinate the clerical correspondence between the unit Consultant and General Practitioners.

What you need to succeed:

• Previous clerical or administrative experience.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident using IT systems (Microsoft word and excel).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• A compassionate and patient-focused attitude.

What you get in return:

• 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• 3x Salary life assurance
• Enhanced sick pay and family friendly payments
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance programme
• And much more…

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At B. Braun, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to be themselves.

We want every candidate to have a positive recruitment experience. If you need support during the hiring process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best. Reasonable adjustments may include additional time for assessments, accessible interview arrangements or alternative interview formats.

Our Talent Acquisition Specialists are happy to discuss any support you may need throughout the recruitment process.

DBS Check:

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory clearance being obtained. We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment and will assess any disclosed information on a case-by-case basis. A criminal record will not automatically exclude an individual from employment.

At B. Braun, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone - regardless of background, identity, or ability - feels valued, respected and empowered.

Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, ensuring equal opportunities for all. Our Recruitment Advisors are happy to support you with any questions or specific needs, you could request reasonable adjustments through our online form.