Job summary
JOB TITLE: Apprentice Receptionist
BAND: Apprentice
BASE: Your primary base will be the Glenfield Hospital howevertravel between UHL's hospital sites will be requiredHOURS: 37.5
REPORTS TO: Administration Manager
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Service Manage
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Receptionist to join the Breast Imaging Team at the Breast Care Unit at the Glenfield Hospital,.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the safety and security of manning the Reception Area at the Breast Breast Care Centre.
This involves the meeting and greeting of all visitors to the unit. We require someone who has the ability to behave professional at all times and must be observant of the UHL values.
We would expect a good level of spoken English and to be responsible for the security of the department by being confident to question any members of the staff or public.
Training will be given to the successful applicant on the National Breast Screening Programme (NBSS) and other systems that will enable you to accurately record data as this will be part of the role. We will also give training for general office duties to support the admin team.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work in a supported learning environment to develop the skills and knowledge which will assist the apprentice to complete their qualification and secure employment and progress in their career in the future within the Administration Services.
- To assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way
- To provide a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone
- To develop the knowledge and skills to be able to confidentially provide effective day to day administration and co-ordination of clerical procedures concerning Breast Screening, Assessment Clinics and Breast Symptomatic Clinics, and accurate, timely patient data through proficient use of computerised systems.
- To develop skills in all clerical functions relating to the services provided within the Breast Care Centre.
- To ensure full compliance with the Ionising Radiation for (Medical Equipment) Regulations (IR(ME)R 2000).
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work in a supported learning environment to develop the skills and knowledge which will assist the apprentice to complete their qualification and secure employment and progress in their career in the future within the Administration Services.
- To assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way
- To provide a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone
- To develop the knowledge and skills to be able to confidentially provide effective day to day administration and co-ordination of clerical procedures concerning Breast Screening, Assessment Clinics and Breast Symptomatic Clinics, and accurate, timely patient data through proficient use of computerised systems.
- To develop skills in all clerical functions relating to the services provided within the Breast Care Centre.
- To ensure full compliance with the Ionising Radiation for (Medical Equipment) Regulations (IR(ME)R 2000).
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Maths and English grade C or above
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working within a team
Desirable
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Maths and English grade C or above
Desirable
Skills
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working within a team
Desirable
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).
Additional information
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).
