1689 - Receptionist/Clerical Officer

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 23 Rhagfyr 2024

Job summary

This role is a fantastic opportunity for apprentices who are currently studying for NVQ Level 2/3, apprentices should note that the salary would be Agenda for Change Annex 21 trainee rate (75%max of band) until they have completed their apprenticeship

The interview date for this role is Tuesday 31st December 2024.

We are looking for an enthusiastic member of staff to join our admin and clerical team supporting our Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics, Speech and Language Therapy departments. You will offer a person-centered approach through offering a full range of reception, administrative and clerical duties that supports the efficient and effective of running of the Therapy Outpatient departments at Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (BHNFT).

Main duties of the job

You will maintain a high level of professionalism whilst responsible for reception duties for our Therapy Outpatient services at BHNFT. You will be dealing with enquiries and providing information to the general public both face to face and over the telephone.

You will be responsible for maintaining an efficient and effective appointment system for several outpatient therapy areas, including booking, cancelling and re-arranging appointments, recording patient referrals, and using our digital systems.

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

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Date posted

16 Rhagfyr 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-1689i-12-24

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum of 3 grade 9 4 GCSEs or relevant equivalent knowledge/experience

Desirable

  • ECDL in computing

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Ability to prioritise work load
  • Ability to manage your time effectively and efficiently
  • Ability to display sensitivity and tact at all times
  • Good keyboard skills

Values based questions

Essential

  • In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
  • In around 100 words please describe how you contribute to a well-functioning team?

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

  • Knowledge of health and safety
  • Knowledge of confidentiality

Desirable

  • NHS Plan

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of face to face contact with the general public
  • Reception Experience
  • Excellent verbal/telephone communication skills

Desirable

  • Lorenzo/PAS
  • Previous Acute Trust NHS experience in this area
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum of 3 grade 9 4 GCSEs or relevant equivalent knowledge/experience

Desirable

  • ECDL in computing

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Ability to prioritise work load
  • Ability to manage your time effectively and efficiently
  • Ability to display sensitivity and tact at all times
  • Good keyboard skills

Values based questions

Essential

  • In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
  • In around 100 words please describe how you contribute to a well-functioning team?

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

  • Knowledge of health and safety
  • Knowledge of confidentiality

Desirable

  • NHS Plan

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of face to face contact with the general public
  • Reception Experience
  • Excellent verbal/telephone communication skills

Desirable

  • Lorenzo/PAS
  • Previous Acute Trust NHS experience in this area

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

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Operational Support Manager

Darcy Sadler

Darcy.sadler@nhs.net

01226431575

Date posted

16 Rhagfyr 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9163-1689i-12-24

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Supporting documents

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