Compassionate Ward Clerk – Acute Stroke Care

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Blackburn seeks a compassionate ward clerk for the Acute Stroke Unit. The role involves providing clerical and administrative support, ensuring efficient patient record management, and assisting the ward team. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to support patients and their families. This position is for 30 hours a week, mainly long days, with potential early and late shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills to interact with patients and staff.
• Ability to manage medical records efficiently.
• Experience with clerical duties is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the reception of patients and relatives to the unit.
• Perform clerical duties related to patient admissions and discharges.
• Enter patient information on a computerised system.
• Ensure case notes are efficiently maintained.
• Work closely with the ward coordinator for bookings and follow-ups.

Skills

Kindness

Compassion

Approachability

Communication

Administrative support

Tools

Computerised systems

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Blackburn seeks a compassionate ward clerk for the Acute Stroke Unit. The role involves providing clerical and administrative support, ensuring efficient patient record management, and assisting the ward team. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to support patients and their families. This position is for 30 hours a week, mainly long days, with potential early and late shifts.