Ward Clerk: Patient Care & Discharge Coordinator

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Ward Clerk to support the day-to-day running of Ward C24 Left. The role involves liaising with multidisciplinary teams, facilitating safe discharges and communicating with patients and families in a busy hospital environment.

Applicants should demonstrate excellent communication skills, a patient-centred approach, strong organisation, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and patient-centered approach.
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload in a busy ward setting.
• Reliable and works well under pressure; maintains records with information governance.

Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day running of Ward C24 Left.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams across the Trust.
• Facilitate safe discharges from hospital.
• Communicate effectively with patients, their friends and family.
• Keep clear records in line with information governance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Prioritisation

Organisational skills

Calm, patient approach

Sense of humour

Job description

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Ward Clerk to support the day-to-day running of Ward C24 Left. The role involves liaising with multidisciplinary teams, facilitating safe discharges and communicating with patients and families in a busy hospital environment.

Applicants should demonstrate excellent communication skills, a patient-centred approach, strong organisation, and the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced setting.