Ward Clerk

Cygnet Health Care; Knaphill; On-site; GBP 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health services provider in Knaphill is seeking a full-time Ward Clerk to support the ward administration. Responsibilities include assisting clinical staff, ensuring accurate documentation, and office tasks. The ideal candidate should have strong organizational and communication skills as well as experience in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role offers a salary of £18,200 per annum (pro-rata) along with benefits like free parking, lunch when on duty, and regular support.

Benefits

Free Car Parking

Free Lunch when on duty

Regular coaching and support

Employee Discount Scheme

Company pension scheme

Company paid Life Assurance scheme

Smart Health Toolkit

Private Health Care

Qualifications

• Experience in administration in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Knowledge of mental health and patient confidentiality issues.
• Ability to work under pressure without compromising quality.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical staff in ward administration.
• Ensure accurate recording and circulation of information.
• File patient case notes and conduct regular audits.
• Answer telephone, cover reception & undertake administrative duties.
• Liaise with medical secretaries for timely report submissions.

Skills

Excellent administrative skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around - there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Cygnet have been providing a national network of high quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We are currently recruiting for a full time Ward Clerk for Cygnet Hospital Woking which offers a range of mental health services for men and women in a purpose-built therapeutic environment where the focus is on maximising positive outcomes and recovery The ideal candidate will be an organised individual with excellent administrative and secretarial skills to support the efficient management of ward administrative tasks. You will work 25 hour per week Monday to Friday 9am - 2pm and will be based on Acorn Ward, our 10 bed female PICU service. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people. Your Day-to-Day...

• Assist clinical staff in ward administration
• Ensuring accurate recording & circulation of information
• File all patient case notes & conduct regular audits to ensure all paperwork is up to date
• Complete all ward filing in line with Cygnet policies
• Answer telephone, cover reception & undertake other administrative duties as required
• Ensure that reports are submitted on time and that care plans are accurate & up to date
• Liaise with medical secretaries to ensure timely submission of reports
  Experienced in administration in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Organised, diligent and can strictly adhere to processes & procedures
• Knowledgeable of mental health & patient confidentiality issues
• Skilled at inputting, pulling & analysing data using Microsoft Excel
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• An excellent verbal & written communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Able to swiftly solve problems & work under pressure without compromising quality
  In return we’ll offer you:
• £18,200 per annum (pro-rata)
• Free Car Parking
• Free Lunch when on duty
• Regular coaching and support
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme
• Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks
• Private Health Care

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What next? If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you.