Job summary
Surgical Appliance Officer/Administrator - 1 year fixed term contract. We offer flexible working and this role is for 30-37.5 hrs per week.
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and well-motivated individual to join Therapy Services in the post of Surgical Appliance Officer/ Administrator. This post is based between Chase Farm and Barnet hospitals.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking to appoint a dynamic individual to work within our busy service. Applicants should be able to demonstrate evidence of their organisational skills, be a committed team player with the ability to prioritise their own workload, and to work independently. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential with the role requiring face-to-face and telephone communication.The successful applicant must be flexible, adaptable, and have a willingness to embrace change as and when required. The ability to use initiative when dealing with unexpected situations is also an advantage.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Maths and English to GCSE level or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher education qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with the public
- Experience of administrative work
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable
- Previous experience working with people within healthcare or customer service role
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise between urgent and routine tasks
- Good time management skills
- Ability to work alone and use initiative
- Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently in writing
- Proficient with computers, including use of MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- An understanding of role of therapies and how admin can support this
Person Specification
Royal Free World Class Values
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Education & professional Qualifications
Essential
- Maths and English to GCSE level or equivalent
Desirable
- Higher education qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with the public
- Experience of administrative work
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable
- Previous experience working with people within healthcare or customer service role
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritise between urgent and routine tasks
- Good time management skills
- Ability to work alone and use initiative
- Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently in writing
- Proficient with computers, including use of MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
- Good organisational skills
Desirable
- An understanding of role of therapies and how admin can support this
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).
