Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, proactive Ward Clerk within the Surgical Division who will primarily be based on G ward. Which is a post operative care ward. In addition you will be expected to work on the adjacent ward H when leave cover is required.
We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who enjoys working in a Team, has good interpersonal skills and are efficient individuals with excellent communication and IT skills.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be required to provide comprehensive and confidential administrative and clerical activities.
These will include answering the telephone, meeting and greeting staff, filing, general clerical duties required on the ward in order to meet the needs of the service in accordance with Departmental, Trust and National standards, policies and procedures.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising Date: 2nd July 2026
Closing date: 10th July 2026
Shortlisting date: W/C 13th July 2026
Proposed Interview date: 24th July 2026
Please be aware, that we may close a vacancy earlier that stated, should a sufficient number of applications be received, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
Person specification
Other
Essential
- Role involves sitting, standing, and walking
- Role involves delivering to other departments l.E referrals, case notes.
- Involves ability to take telephone calls with enquiries and relay accurate information/ messages.
- On rare occasions can be subjected to distressing or emotional circumstances.
- Working in a clinical Department.
- Working in a fast-paced environment.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as both an individual and as a team
- Ability to plan, monitor & organise own workload
- Ability to deal with the public & relatives in a calm & effective manner
Qualifications
Essential
- Good general education to O level / GCSE
Desirable
- Computer course i.e. ECDL
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Computer knowledge / key board skills
- Previous NHS Experience
- Experience in an administrative post
Desirable
- Ability to process and store information
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This advert is for Ward Clerk - G Ward with Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust in Prescot, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £25,272 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 10 Jul 2026.
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