Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our supportive, well established & high performing Acute Care Unit administration team.
The Acute Care Unit Administration team
Contributes to the delivery of outstanding patient care by:
Maintaining a professional image.
Providing efficient administration support to the Care Unit.
Liaising with patients, outside agencies and other services / departments within the Trust in a professional manner.
Working effectively as a team using good communication and problem-solving skills.
Always maintaining confidentiality.
Main duties of the job
The role of Clinical Administration Officers (CAOs) provide a range of administrative support services to a group of consultant medical staff and/or other senior members of Division teams. They are expected to have advanced skills commensurate with their responsibilities. They will work substantially independently, providing support of the highest quality, and taking leadership in their professional areas.
About us
Our new Urgent and Emergency Care Department opened in Summer 2023 and has been designed to give the best possible care to patients. The £27m department, which is based in a state-of-the-art was operationally opened on 21 June 2023, and officially opened on 12 July.
With its innovative approach to patient flow, high-spec equipment, ultra-modern technology and a real grounding in the community through the locally sourced artwork and wayfinding is a redefining jewel in Chesterfield's crown but it's vital that people only visit if they truly need to.
Chesterfield Royal Hospital offers a wide range of exciting and rewarding opportunities for people who are passionate about providing exceptional patient care. Our People Plan shows how and why Chesterfield Royal Hospital is a great place to work. Our plan sets out our current position and outlines our priorities and the improvement actions that will help us achieve ourstrategic aim of supporting and developing ourcolleagues.
The benefits we can provide you:
A wide range of support including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, financial support and other support provided by Joined Up Care Derbyshire. Read more about our Health and Wellbeing Offer.
An onsite wellbeing hub accessible to all staff which includes a fully equipped gym, showers, classes, and onsite counselling.
A range of learning and development courses to help you grow in your career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full details of the job description & person specification can be found on the attached documents.
Please get in touch if you would like to discuss any aspects of the position advertised.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full details of the job description & person specification can be found on the attached documents.
Please get in touch if you would like to discuss any aspects of the position advertised.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Educated to GCSE grade C or above standard
Desirable
- RSA III keyboard skills or equivalent
- HNC/HND Qualification or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a secretarial role
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Ability to communicate at all levels
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Ability to work under pressure
- Minute taking
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
- knowledge of patient administration system
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Numerate/Literate
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Computer literacy
- Good communication skills
Demonstrate our CARE values
Essential
- Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Pleasant and courteous manner.
- Smart appearance
- Adaptable
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Educated to GCSE grade C or above standard
Desirable
- RSA III keyboard skills or equivalent
- HNC/HND Qualification or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a secretarial role
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Ability to communicate at all levels
- Ability to prioritise workload
- Ability to work under pressure
- Minute taking
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
- knowledge of patient administration system
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Numerate/Literate
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Computer literacy
- Good communication skills
Demonstrate our CARE values
Essential
- Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Pleasant and courteous manner.
- Smart appearance
- Adaptable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
