Ward Administrator

Job summary

Full time 37.5 hours a week -- 08:00 -- 16:00

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, organised individual who is competent with IT systems and is keen to become an integral part of a fast paced team.

We currently have a vacancy in our admin team which would suit someone who enjoys a challenge, understands that detail, confidentiality and focus is important when dealing with clients and client information, and enjoys the support, flexibility and job satisfaction that comes from working as part of a dedicated admin team.

The role is varied and you will never be bored!!

This post is full time 37.5 hours, Mon -- Fri, 08:00 -- 16:00, and will be based on Ark Royal Ward at Gosport War Memorial Hospital.

The successful candidate will be highly professional and able to support the team with execution of requested tasks, alongside system reporting and escalation where necessary. Resilience under pressure is needed as at times the role will be busy and challenging. An ability to build positive working relationships is needed.

For further details, please contact Linda Robertson, PA to Physical Health Inpatient Matron & Admin Manager 07823 661660

Main duties of the job

*The Administrator role will provide comprehensive, confidential, and efficient admin support to line manager, and each ward team as requested supporting and enabling them to provide excellent care to patients.

*The Administrator will act as one of the key contacts for both staff & patients in regard to team communications ensuring that all messages are relayed to relevant team member's -- as required.

*The Administrator will provide a range of general and specialist administrative support to ongoing clinical activity including ward clerk cover.

*Provide administrative support to and cover for tasks on behalf of PA to Physical Health Inpatient Matron and Admin Manager as requested.

*Proactively and positively contribute to the successful overall performance of the Trust.

*Deliver excellent levels of customer service to all staff and patients or visitors at the Trust.

*Develop effective ways of working and create strong partnerships and relationships with all stakeholders and service partners to support the implementation of the Government's policies on Health.

*Participate in organisational culture that fosters collaborative working among all staff groups, to ensure a focused commitment to delivering quality services and outcomes.

*Act as an advocate for the Trust & its contribution to the Health Service arena through creating effective partnerships and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

About us

Southern Health is one of the largest NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK, specialising in mental health and learning disabilities, as well as offering physical health community-based services.

As a Trust, our footprint spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, wholeheartedly committed to providing the best possible healthcare, reaching a range of diverse communities.

- We function as a unified team, placing patients and staff at the forefront of all our endeavours.

- Our 7,000+ workforce is skilled and diverse, with a deep commitment to ongoing staff development. We offer customised training, leadership pathways, and a plethora of career opportunities.

- We respect and listen to your thoughts, ideas, and concerns via well-established network of staff groups to increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Building on all this, we are currently working closely with other local NHS Trusts to integrate all our collective community, mental health, and learning disability services across Hampshire and Isle of Wight. Our new organisation is set to launch in April 2024 and will incorporate Southern Health, Solent, Isle of Wight and Sussex Partnership Trusts.

While the new Trust will be substantially bigger, it will continue to cater to the unique needs of different communities, streamlining services and making healthcare across the county more accessible.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare in Hampshire.

Employer details

Employer name

Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gosport War Memorial Hospital

Bury Road

Gosport

Hampshire

PO12 3PW

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gosport War Memorial Hospital

Bury Road

Gosport

Hampshire

PO12 3PW

Employer's website

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

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