Impactful Mental Health Ward Administrator

Cygnet; Orchard Portman; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Expert supervision & support

Pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Cygnet Hospital Taunton is seeking a Ward Administrator/Clerk to support inpatient services. You will manage admissions paperwork, maintain patient records and assist with data collection for KPI reporting in a 36-hour week role.

The successful candidate will provide reception coverage, liaise with external agencies, and ensure confidentiality and security of patient data. Enhanced DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in administration in a fast-paced environment.
• Typing proficiency and minute-taking ability.
• Organised, diligent and able to adhere to processes & procedures.
• Knowledge of mental health and patient confidentiality issues.
• Skilled at inputting, pulling & analysing data using Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist wards with completing relevant forms (e.g. Admission paperwork).
• Ensure ward compliance with clinical dashboards and accurate patient databases.
• Maintain filing/record-keeping systems and update ward displays.
• Record enquiries accurately and ensure appropriate action is taken.
• Provide reception cover and support to the Administration Department as requested.

Skills

Typing

Minute taking

Administration

Data handling

Excel

Word/PowerPoint

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Cygnet Hospital Taunton is seeking a Ward Administrator/Clerk to support inpatient services. You will manage admissions paperwork, maintain patient records and assist with data collection for KPI reporting in a 36-hour week role.

The successful candidate will provide reception coverage, liaise with external agencies, and ensure confidentiality and security of patient data. Enhanced DBS check is required.