Admin Assistant, Health Records Library (Internal Only)

Job overview

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups. **

An opportunity has arisen in the busy Health Records Library at Macclesfield District General Hospital to appoint to the  demanding and varied position of Admin Assistant.

The Health Records Library Team support the organisation with the provision of an efficient administration service which ensures the availability of patient records for clinical and research purposes.

The applicant must be hard working, flexible and be able to cope under competing pressure and demand. Experience with working in a team environment and excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. A good understanding of confidentiality and knowledge of the Data Protection Act 2018 is also essential.

Hours per week: 37.5

Main duties of the job

The role includes

• Sort and distribute incoming mail
• To create, update and amend patient case notes as required, ensuring all patient demographics are accurate
• Prepare case notes for clinics to the agreed standard format including the downloading of e-referral forms
• Use the online digital imaging retrieval
• To undertake reception duties on the ETU , including updating patient personal details and organizing follow up appointments
• To take phone calls in a timely courteous manner
• To work collaboratively as part of a well established team

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons. In accordance with UK Immigration Policy, this role does not meet the UK Immigration Policy eligibility criteria and therefore we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.