Job summary
Ward Clerk
Department Ward 17
Band 2 - £22,383 per annum
Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
Do you have experience in a healthcare environment? Are you computer literate with knowledge of hospital IT systems? Then our Ward Clerk opportunity may be what you are looking for.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our 26 bedded Cardiac Care Unit.
The post holder will provide excellent customer care that demonstrates a caring and responsive approach to those attending the hospital. you should enjoy communicating with a wide range of people, be highly organised and have a flexible approach to work. Attention to detail and good keyboard skills are essential.
As a new member of the team, we offer a supernumerary period of training to help you settle in we are committed to staff development and we will help you develop your skills for the role, as required.
The role is Monday to Friday - office hours (some flexibility available)
Interview Date: 17th June 2024
Main duties of the job
- Carry out procedures via the Trusts computer system for the admission, transfer and discharge of patient's.
- Organise hospital transport as requested.
- Undertake computer-training courses as required, and ensure up to date bed states daily.
About us
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free tea and coffee
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Be involved in the training of new staff (with the support if the IT department) in use of the Trusts computer systems.
- Order and maintain adequate supplies of equipment, printing and stationary.
- Complete request for repairs, maintenance etc, as requested. Ensuring a good audit trail and follow up as required until completed.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Be involved in the training of new staff (with the support if the IT department) in use of the Trusts computer systems.
- Order and maintain adequate supplies of equipment, printing and stationary.
- Complete request for repairs, maintenance etc, as requested. Ensuring a good audit trail and follow up as required until completed.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Basic Maths and English
- Computer literate
Desirable
Experience
Desirable
- Previous Ward Clerk experience
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Office experience
Skills
Essential
- Manual dexterity
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to multitask
Personal and people development
Essential
- Good time management skills
- Supportive to ward staff
- Able to share knowledge
Communication
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-aware
- Calm and reasonable
- Approachable
Specific requirements
Desirable
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Basic Maths and English
- Computer literate
Desirable
Experience
Desirable
- Previous Ward Clerk experience
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Office experience
Skills
Essential
- Manual dexterity
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to multitask
Personal and people development
Essential
- Good time management skills
- Supportive to ward staff
- Able to share knowledge
Communication
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-aware
- Calm and reasonable
- Approachable
Specific requirements
Desirable
- Able to perform the duties of the post with reasonable aids and adaptations
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.
