Ophthalmology Health Records Clerk

Swansea Bay University Health Board

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Ophthalmology Health Records Clerk to join our team within Singleton Hospital.

We offer a positive and flexible work environment. Working as part of a team. Full time hours available, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.30 am and 5.30 pm

The post holder will be required to have previous clerical/ administrativeexperience with good communication skills. They should have a positive approach to the needs of the service, be motivated and ready for the next challenge. They should enjoy working as part of a busy and friendly team.

This post is a permanent position

Main duties of the job

To be the Ophthalmology medical records clerk responsible for the organising and prepping of all clinical notes for the ophthalmology service running from Singleton hospital.

Act as an administration assistant for the department, the role will require the post holder to provide administration services which will include goodcommunication skills and the production of documents, updating of systems, collating of information, mail distribution, filing, typing, booking venues etc.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.

As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organization.

You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.

There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.

Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.

If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.

Date posted

30 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,720 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

130-AC189-0424

Job locations

Singleton Hospital

Sketty Lane

Swansea

SA2 8QA


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.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to vocation level 2

Desirable

  • Knowledge of WPAS, iFIT
  • ECDL

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in an administrative role
  • Knowledge of data protection

Desirable

  • Experience working within medical records departments within the NHS

Skills

Essential

  • IT skills
  • Communication skills

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to vocation level 2

Desirable

  • Knowledge of WPAS, iFIT
  • ECDL

Experience

Essential

  • Experience working in an administrative role
  • Knowledge of data protection

Desirable

  • Experience working within medical records departments within the NHS

Skills

Essential

  • IT skills
  • Communication skills

Desirable

  • Ability to speak Welsh

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

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Singleton Hospital

Sketty Lane

Swansea

SA2 8QA


Employer's website

https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Swansea Bay University Health Board

Address

Singleton Hospital

Sketty Lane

Swansea

SA2 8QA


Employer's website

https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Service Manager for Ophthalmology

Cheryl Madeira-Cole

cheryl.a.madeira-cole@wales.nhs.uk

01792285213

Date posted

30 April 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,720 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

130-AC189-0424

Job locations

Singleton Hospital

Sketty Lane

Swansea

SA2 8QA


Supporting documents

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