Job summary
The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for clerical officer to join the team at Ruthin Hospital. The purpose of this post is to provide an efficient and comprehensive administrative and reception service to Ruthin Hospital. The post holder will first point of contact for telephone communication. The post holder will work within the Ruthin Hospital administrative teams alongside the Site Administrator to provide a seamless administrative service to the Community Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The purpose of the role is to:
- Offer general assistance to services providers and users and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone
- Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way
- Undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the General Office including the provision of clerical support to clinical staff and other members of the team
- Facilitate effective communication between patients, members of staff secondary care and other associated healthcare and wellbeing agencies
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in TRAC.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in TRAC.
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Able to demonstrate English and Maths to GCSE or equivalent experience
- IT or word processing qualification (e.g. RSA 2 or equivalent experience)
Desirable
- ECDL
- NVQ Level 1 or equivalent in customer service
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using a computer system (e.g. GP clinical IT system)
- Previous experience of working in a reception/office environment
- Experience of working with the general public
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a busy environment, and deal with a number of different tasks simultaneously
- Ability to communicate tactfully with patients
- Ability to resolve issues 'on the spot' using own judgement
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of confidentiality involved with post
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team member without direct supervision
- Ability to determine own work load priorities
Other Relevant Requirements
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Able to demonstrate English and Maths to GCSE or equivalent experience
- IT or word processing qualification (e.g. RSA 2 or equivalent experience)
Desirable
- ECDL
- NVQ Level 1 or equivalent in customer service
Experience
Essential
- Experience of using a computer system (e.g. GP clinical IT system)
- Previous experience of working in a reception/office environment
- Experience of working with the general public
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a busy environment, and deal with a number of different tasks simultaneously
- Ability to communicate tactfully with patients
- Ability to resolve issues 'on the spot' using own judgement
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of confidentiality involved with post
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team member without direct supervision
- Ability to determine own work load priorities
Other Relevant Requirements
Essential
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).
