Clerical Officer - Radiology

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 09 July 2024

Job summary

Choose to join us in making a difference while working flexibly in our varied Radiology Clerical team driving your own career path.

We are looking for an enthusiastic & motivated person to join the friendly clerical team in Radiology at Torbay Hospital working 37.5 hours a week Monday - Friday 8.30 - 17.00 (1-hour lunch) with the potential of evening & weekend working.

You will be working on a rotational basis covering a number of admin roles that will include all aspects of clerical/admin duties in the call centre and Radiology office. The department is fast paced and we are continually evolving; the need to be flexible is paramount.

Often you will be the first key point of contact for a patient who contacts Radiology whether that be face to face or telephone and will be responsible for ensuring appointments are booked correctly and appropriately.

This role is varied and full training will be given ensuring that you will have the ability to work both as a team member and with your own initiative. Good keyboard and communication skills are essential and experience of clinical IT systems would be an advantage.

So why don't you #Caretojoinus?

Main duties of the job

  • To provide excellent, innovative Radiology services.
  • Handling inbound calls.
  • Booking, cancelling and re-arranging Radiology appointments.
  • Processing new referrals from external and Internal Sources.
  • To act with professionalism and integrity, being a role model to those around us and ensuring everyone has an equal opportunity.
  • To understand relevant processes that support our patients/customers during their visit to Radiology.
  • To provide a high-quality customer service that complies with NHS Employment standards.
  • To work as part of a team demonstrating effective communication, and working collaboratively with colleagues in all areas of the Trust.

Our call centre team are responsible for booking the majority of Radiology Outpatient appointments. You must be able to work independently demonstrating excellent prioritisation and time management skills whilst having the ability to cope with complex situations.

About us

Why work with us -

Our admin team comprise of two sections:

Radiology call centre, with 9 clerical officers and 3 supervisors.

Radiology Main office with 6 clerical officers and 2 supervisors.

'We are a friendly and supportive team. Every day is varied and keeps the job role interesting and there is always something new to learn.'

Date posted

25 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

388-6347984-A&C

Job locations

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see our attached job description and person specification form for full details.

What are you waiting for #caretojoinus?

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see our attached job description and person specification form for full details.

What are you waiting for #caretojoinus?

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

  • General education
  • Basic knowledge of computerised systems.
  • Keyboard skills

Desirable

  • Knowledge of PAS system
  • ECDL
  • Knowledge of CRIS system
  • NVQ Administration Level 2 Customer Care

Specific Skills

Essential

  • Communication skills

Desirable

  • Experience in working with the general public
  • Previous clerical experience

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Telephone manner
  • Organisational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Ability to work with speed and accuracy at all times

Desirable

  • Previous NHS experience
  • Experience working with PC's and spreadsheets
  • Awareness of Equality and Diversity
Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

  • General education
  • Basic knowledge of computerised systems.
  • Keyboard skills

Desirable

  • Knowledge of PAS system
  • ECDL
  • Knowledge of CRIS system
  • NVQ Administration Level 2 Customer Care

Specific Skills

Essential

  • Communication skills

Desirable

  • Experience in working with the general public
  • Previous clerical experience

Knowledge and experience

Essential

  • Telephone manner
  • Organisational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Ability to work with speed and accuracy at all times

Desirable

  • Previous NHS experience
  • Experience working with PC's and spreadsheets
  • Awareness of Equality and Diversity

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA


Employer's website

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

For questions about the job, contact:

Interim Practice Manager

Kelly Jones

kelly.jones@nhs.net

01803655646

Date posted

25 June 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

388-6347984-A&C

Job locations

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA


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