Job overview
The role of the Ward Clerk, is to assist the clinical team, enabling the smooth functioning of the unit through effective communication, general administration and appropriate interactions with patients, visitors and the multi-disciplinary team.
All activities will be under the direction of the Ward Sisters , Clinical Matron and nurse in charge on shift.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have the responsibility of providing administrative support for the ward. This will include being the friendly face of the ward, warmly greeting and directing visitors to areas within the ward and managing phone calls into the department. They will also be responsible for tracking the patients on their journey through the department, requesting and tracking notes, filing and making sure that the electronic systems are up to date as well as checking paperwork stocks.
They will need to have good working relationships with the multi-disciplinary team, including Consultants, Secretaries, other admin teams and the ward nursing staff
This role is an integral part of the functioning of the department and you will be an invaluable member of our team!
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
We are Happy to Talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible and part time working will be considered.
Person specification
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of day to day running of a ward
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Experience working with IT systems
Desirable
- Previous NHS experience
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of secondary Education
Desirable
- Previous experience with ‘customer care’ role
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This advert is for Ward Clerk with Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Basingstoke, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £25,272 per annum pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 02 Jul 2026.
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