Ward Receptionist Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the receptionist team, to cover maternity leave on a fixed term contract for 9 months. This is an exciting time as we near completion of the MNR Project.

The role is important for the smooth running of this busy intensive care area. Whilst working under the direction of the ward sister and supporting a multi-disciplinary team with receptionist duties, you will be expected to show initiative and communicate well, both in writing and verbally. The post holder does require computer literacy and full training to use the hospital systems will be given. The unit cares for premature or sick babies and this may be stressful to some applicants.

Main duties of the job

In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert.

A receptionist is required to complete the team. The post involves shift work working as part of a 7-day rota (which includes Bank Holidays) typically covering 8am - 8pm Mon-Fri; and 8am - 4pm Sat & Sun.

As part of the MNR expansion this service will grow to incorporate 24-hour service over 7 days including shifts for days, nights and weekends

We expect you to be caring, enthusiastic and well motivated. You'll need to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. You'll also manage to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's "We are here for you" behavioural standards.

About us

To liaise with other Receptionists to ensure a continuity of service.

To meet and greet all callers to the neonatal unit personally or by phone in accordance with the Trust's values, beliefs and behaviours.

To receive incoming telephone calls and relay messages appropriately. When taking laboratory results, to read them back to the technician to confirm accuracy and hand directly to nursing or medical staff.

To facilitate the access of patients and visitors to and from the neonatal unit using the security doors.

To ensure that visitors receive accurate directions to where their relatives are located on the ward.

Date posted

05 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

164-6548952

Job locations

QMC campus AND City Campus

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description.

To make necessary arrangements for the admission, transfer and discharge of babies. To check that all documentation has been completed, both in medical records and on the Medway PAS system.

To keep all medical records in an orderly and presentable form, including correctly identifying all history sheets and investigation reports, and inserting them in the correct order. Keeping the notes trolley clean and free from dust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description.

To make necessary arrangements for the admission, transfer and discharge of babies. To check that all documentation has been completed, both in medical records and on the Medway PAS system.

To keep all medical records in an orderly and presentable form, including correctly identifying all history sheets and investigation reports, and inserting them in the correct order. Keeping the notes trolley clean and free from dust.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

  • 2 GCSE's including English at Grade C or above or equivalent
  • RSA II Word Processing / Typing
  • Evidence of personal development

Experience

Essential

  • Customer Care Experience
  • Previous work in a healthcare setting

Communication & relationships

Essential

  • Excellent telephone skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrate ability to communicate at all levels
  • Awareness of equality, diversity, privacy and dignity rights

Analytical and Judgement Skill

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate working as part of a team
  • Able to use own initiative

Planning and organisation

Essential

  • Able to work under pressure
  • Ability to prioritise own workload
  • Able to cope with unpredictable workloads

Physical skills

Essential

  • Of good general health
  • Good keyboard skills
  • Able to lift heavy notes
  • Good mobility

Other requirements

Essential

  • Be prepared to work full rotational shifts
  • Abilityto cope with daily exposure to emotional situations
Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

  • 2 GCSE's including English at Grade C or above or equivalent
  • RSA II Word Processing / Typing
  • Evidence of personal development

Experience

Essential

  • Customer Care Experience
  • Previous work in a healthcare setting

Communication & relationships

Essential

  • Excellent telephone skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrate ability to communicate at all levels
  • Awareness of equality, diversity, privacy and dignity rights

Analytical and Judgement Skill

Essential

  • Able to demonstrate working as part of a team
  • Able to use own initiative

Planning and organisation

Essential

  • Able to work under pressure
  • Ability to prioritise own workload
  • Able to cope with unpredictable workloads

Physical skills

Essential

  • Of good general health
  • Good keyboard skills
  • Able to lift heavy notes
  • Good mobility

Other requirements

Essential

  • Be prepared to work full rotational shifts
  • Abilityto cope with daily exposure to emotional situations

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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

QMC campus AND City Campus

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

QMC campus AND City Campus

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Ward Sister

Sophie Webster

sophie.webster10@nhs.net

01159691169

Date posted

05 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

164-6548952

Job locations

QMC campus AND City Campus

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH


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