Receptionist Band 2 - MEAU

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic professional Ward Clerk to work on Neustadt Welton at Lincoln County Hospital.

You will be part of a multi-disciplinary ward team working on N/Welton.

You will be the first point of contact for visitors, patients and other staff of all disciplines and will provide a comprehensive range of clerical functions to support the ward team in delivering a high quality service to patients.

You will act as liaison between the clinical team, the patient's family, friends etc. and other third parties such as police, social services and clinical staff in other trusts. You will predominantly be using NHS it systems, including  Careflow and WEB V on a daily basis.

Main duties of the job

As the successful candidate, you will provide clerical support and reception duties.

You will be the first point of contact for patients who are arriving for admission to the unit and maybe very anxious and so interpersonal skills, a friendly face and reassuring manner are essential. You will also provide a comprehensive range of clerical functions to support the ward team in delivering a high quality service to patients.

Your duties will include Admitting and discharging a large amount of patients on a daily basis, updating case notes and handling documentation, making appointments and possibly arranging transport.

Good IT skills are essential to this role as you will predominantly be using NHS IT systems, including Careflow and WEB V on a daily basis.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are needed to liaise with all staff, patients and relatives.

You should be highly motivated and flexible, with attention to detail.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description, and if you like what you see, then apply today. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!