Ward Clerk - Trauma unit

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Trauma Unit at Royal Cornwall Hospital.

The post holder requires a willingness and enthusiasm to be able to support the wards and the day case unit with its clerical administration. You will work in a busy environment, providing a reception service for patients and relatives. The role also includes managing patients' records, supporting the ward with audits and maintaining the relevant databases associated with the role.

As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, you should possess excellent interpersonal, verbal communication and organisational skills. Keyboard/IT skills are essential and hospital experience is desirable.

This role has been approved for advertising; however, it is also being assessed as a suitable alternative employment opportunity. As a result, the vacancy may be withdrawn or there may be a delay before shortlisting can begin.

This role is open to all applicants. However, in line with Cornwall First recruitment principles, initial shortlisting will prioritise applicants from Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust, Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, and the Integrated Care Board for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

Main duties of the job

The Ward Clerk will have responsibility for administrative duties within the ward/unit. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring an optimum level of efficient clerical support to the nursing and medical staff in a timely and accurate manner. They will have contact with patients, carers and all members of the multi professional team and as such they will provide front of house services for the ward/unit.

We are looking for a bright and friendly person to join our team of ward clerks on our 54 bedded Trauma Unit, at the Royal Cornwall Hospital. Previous clerical experience in the health service would be desirable.

You should be a calm, organised and well-motivated person with a positive, mature and flexible approach to your work. The post involves contact with patients and their families, so good communication skills are vital.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.

To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:

• Identity Checks
• Professional registration and qualification checks
• Employment history and reference checks
• Occupational Health clearance
• Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
• Right to work in the UK

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We reserve the right to close this advert early.

We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.

We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.