Pulmonary Rehabilitation Administrator

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

A vacancy has arisen for a full time Band 3 administrator to come and work within our busy and friendly team in our Pulmonary rehabilitation service

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with strong attention to detail to provide additional comprehensive administrative support to the team.

The successful candidate will require ability to multi-task and work flexibly to manage the workload in accordance with agreed quality standards and demonstrate a good knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes including Excell, Outlook and Word.

Previous NHS experience would be an advantage but not essential.

The post will be based at Wareham Hospital.

If you are looking for a challenge in a supportive team and evolving area of healthcare then please get in touch.

For further details / informal visits contact:Vicki Sawyer (Clinical Lead) 07796177953

Main duties of the job

To ensure the provision of a professional and efficient and confidential administration service and a high standard of customer care.

This is a part time post of 22.5 hours per week. You will be required to input data and notes to the clinical record system, book appointments, deal with queries and calls from patients. Manage patient referrals. This should be done alongside the maintenance of computer systems, spreadsheets and databases that are required by the team You will work as part of a very supportive team and training will be provided as needed.

To attend meetings as required and take and transcribe formal minutes at meeting

To liaise with other agencies and units including other NHS healthcare Trusts; GP Practices; requesting, providing, and receiving confidential information as directed by the line manager.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Date posted

02 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year p.a

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-C007.24A

Job locations

Wareham Hospital

Streche Road,

Wareham,

BH20 4QQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

  • Knowledge and understanding of data protection and patient confidentiality.
  • Recent previous experience of arranging meetings and minute taking.
  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience.

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Administration or Customer Service.

Job specific experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in an administrative role within a fast-paced environment.YesApplication form/interview

Desirable

  • Experience of working with or within the NHS in a same or similar role.

Information Technology

Essential

  • Experience of using Microsoft Office software including Outlook, word processing and spreadsheets.

Personal Qualitie/Attributes

Essential

  • Effective at team working and interacting and communicating with colleagues
  • Be able to multitask, perform under pressure within a time frame and deal with competing priorities.
Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

  • Knowledge and understanding of data protection and patient confidentiality.
  • Recent previous experience of arranging meetings and minute taking.
  • Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience.

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Administration or Customer Service.

Job specific experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in an administrative role within a fast-paced environment.YesApplication form/interview

Desirable

  • Experience of working with or within the NHS in a same or similar role.

Information Technology

Essential

  • Experience of using Microsoft Office software including Outlook, word processing and spreadsheets.

Personal Qualitie/Attributes

Essential

  • Effective at team working and interacting and communicating with colleagues
  • Be able to multitask, perform under pressure within a time frame and deal with competing priorities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wareham Hospital

Streche Road,

Wareham,

BH20 4QQ


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wareham Hospital

Streche Road,

Wareham,

BH20 4QQ


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Lead

Vicki Sawyer

v.sawyer@nhs.net

07796177953

Date posted

02 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year p.a

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-C007.24A

Job locations

Wareham Hospital

Streche Road,

Wareham,

BH20 4QQ


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