Ward Clerk - Surgical Ward Admin & Patient Support

Barnsley Hospital; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnsley Hospital is seeking a Ward Clerk to join Ward 36, a busy surgical ward providing patient-centred care. You will act as a first point of contact for patients, relatives and staff, handling administrative tasks and maintaining ward records with accuracy.

Working Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00, you will support admissions, transfers and discharges, prioritise workload and contribute to a welcoming environment for patients and visitors while working within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• GCSE level standard or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a busy ward environment and with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to Ward 36.
• Act as first point of contact for patients, relatives, visitors and other departments.
• Maintain patient records and ward documentation; support admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Organise patient notes; answer and direct telephone calls; liaise with the MDT and Trust departments.
• Prioritise workload and provide general administrative support to the ward.

Skills

Basic alphabetical skills

Basic numerical skills

Good interpersonal skills

Basic keyboard skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

GCSE level standard or equivalent

Job description

Barnsley Hospital is seeking a Ward Clerk to join Ward 36, a busy surgical ward providing patient-centred care. You will act as a first point of contact for patients, relatives and staff, handling administrative tasks and maintaining ward records with accuracy.

Working Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00, you will support admissions, transfers and discharges, prioritise workload and contribute to a welcoming environment for patients and visitors while working within a multidisciplinary team.