Job summary
The post holder will be based at Stepping Hill Hospital and will be responsible for providing general admin support within the Trauma and Orthopaedics secretarial team as well as developing audio typing skills to support with the typing of clinical correspondence.
The post-holder will be required to use computerised systems such as Patient Administration System (PAS/Patient Centre), Advantis, Theatreman, and Pathway Monitoring System (PMS).
Main duties of the job
- To provide clerical support to the Trauma & Orthopaedic Secretarial team.
- To open mail, collate patient results and scan to patient electronic record.
- To collect patient notes as required.
- To contact patients to confirm planned surgery dates.
- To monitor patient results using test tracker system.
- To process patient letters to prepare for postage.
- To take minutes of weekly departmental meetings.
- To assist with the typing of clinical correspondence.
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
o Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
o NHS pension scheme membership
o Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
o NHS Staff discounts
o Cycle to work scheme
oSalary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
o Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide clerical support to the Trauma & Orthopaedic Secretarial team.
- To open mail, collate patient results and scan to patient electronic record.
- To collect patient notes as required.
- To contact patients to confirm planned surgery dates.
- To monitor patient results using test tracker system.
- To process patient letters to prepare for postage.
- To take minutes of weekly departmental meetings.
- To assist with the typing of clinical correspondence.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide clerical support to the Trauma & Orthopaedic Secretarial team.
- To open mail, collate patient results and scan to patient electronic record.
- To collect patient notes as required.
- To contact patients to confirm planned surgery dates.
- To monitor patient results using test tracker system.
- To process patient letters to prepare for postage.
- To take minutes of weekly departmental meetings.
- To assist with the typing of clinical correspondence.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
Desirable
- Working in an Office Environment/Microsoft Office Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Data Input
- Previous Clerical / Administrative experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience
Desirable
- Use of NHS Trust Patient Administration Systems
- Advanced Computer skills, including MS Office, Excel, Access
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills at all levels
- Able to work as part of a team as well as independently
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
Desirable
- Working in an Office Environment/Microsoft Office Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Data Input
- Previous Clerical / Administrative experience
Desirable
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience
Desirable
- Use of NHS Trust Patient Administration Systems
- Advanced Computer skills, including MS Office, Excel, Access
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills at all levels
- Able to work as part of a team as well as independently
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
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).
