Community Midwifery Liaison Clerk

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the NHS is seeking a dedicated clerical administrator to support Community midwives and manage essential communications. This role involves coordinating between various healthcare professionals and ensuring the smooth operation of administrative tasks related to maternity services. With a commitment to putting patients first, you will be part of a collaborative team that values diversity and innovation. If you are organized, possess strong communication skills, and are eager to contribute to improving patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Previous clerical experience and good educational standards required.
• Knowledge of patient administration systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to community midwives and managers.
• Liaise with various stakeholders including GPs and patients.
• Maintain records of postnatal visits and antenatal clinics.

Skills

Clerical experience

Communication skills

Knowledge of patient administration systems

Organizational skills

Education

GCSE in English

GCSE in Maths

Job description

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Employer: 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust

Employer type: NHS

Site: Royal Sussex County Hospital

Town: Brighton

Salary: £24,071 - £25,674 pro rata

Salary period: Yearly

Closing: 29/12/2024 23:59

Interview date: 08/01/2025

About our Trust

At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.

Our hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First. In fact, our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto, and you will play a part in driving us forwards and improving the lives of patients across Sussex.

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed.

Job Overview

The post holder will be responsible for providing efficient clerical administrative support to Community midwives, managers, clients/patients, and other hospitals. The post holder will work as part of a team with clinical staff to deliver the highest standards of administrative support for all patients and staff.

The post holder will be expected to cover at other trust sites (Royal Sussex County Hospital, Princess Royal Hospital).

Please note: This post will be based in Hollingdean Family Hub, Brentwood Road, Brighton, BN1 7DY.

Main Duties of the Job

• Liaise between hospital and Community midwifery service, communicating with community midwives, GPs, patients/clients, health visitors, social workers, and other hospitals.
• Liaise with the labour ward regarding overnight messages ensuring transfer to the appropriate midwifery team.
• Distribute post-natal visits to each team of midwives and ensure that antenatal community clinics are covered in the event of sickness.
• Maintain up-to-date records of postnatal visits and antenatal clinics held.
• Order stationery and equipment, pharmaceutical sundries, and forms for midwives.
• Provide booking notes for the midwives, including photocopying additional forms, collating blood forms, and leaflets.
• Administration for Antenatal Classes, contacting families to confirm class dates, booking rooms for classes.
• Administration for clinics, booking clients, and actioning referrals.

Person Specification

Experience/Qualifications

• Previous clerical experience.
• Good educational standard of at least GCSE in English or Maths, or equivalent.
• Previous experience in maternity services or experience of working within NHS or similar environment.
• Knowledge of a patient administration system.

Important Information for Applicants

Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.

DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check.

Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.

Contact Information

Name: Lisa Jury

Job title: Community Midwifery Team Leader

Email address: [e-mail]

Telephone number: 01444441881

Please email with any queries/questions in the first instance.