Ward Clerk - H Ward

St Helens & Knowsley Teaching Hospitals / Mersey and West Lancs Teaching Trust; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic Ward Clerk within the Surgical Division at Ormskirk Hospital. This role is perfect for someone enthusiastic about teamwork and possessing excellent communication and IT skills. The successful candidate will play a vital role in providing comprehensive administrative support, ensuring the smooth operation of the ward while adhering to departmental and national standards. If you are proactive and enjoy a fast-paced environment, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in patient care and support the healthcare team effectively.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Efficient in administrative and clerical activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support in the ward.
• Answer phones, greet staff, and manage clerical duties.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Teamwork

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, proactive Ward Clerk within the Surgical Division who will primarily be based on G and H ward our Rehabilitation and Elective Orthopaedic Wards at Ormskirk Hospital.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who enjoys working in a team, has good interpersonal skills, and is efficient with excellent communication and IT skills.

The successful candidate will be required to provide comprehensive and confidential administrative and clerical activities. These will include answering the telephone, meeting and greeting staff, filing, and general clerical duties required on the ward in order to meet the needs of the service in accordance with departmental, trust, and national standards, policies, and procedures.

Please see job description.

Closing date: 12th January 2025
Interview date: 6th February 2025
Please be aware that we may close a vacancy earlier than stated, should a sufficient number of applications be received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.