Ward Clerk

Job overview

Applicants are invited to apply for a  ward clerk post on ward 26 Neuro rehabilitation ward, at The James Cook Hospital University Hospital.

We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, confident person who can demonstrate excellent communication skills, have good organisational skills and the ability to work using their own initiative.

Main duties of the job

We require a friendly and approachable person with a professional manner and to be able to work well under pressure.  Previous telephone and computer skills are required and excellent communication and organisational skills are essential, flexibility will be required as part of the role.

Working closely with the multi-disciplinary team, we are looking for someone who is a good team player.  The role will involve direct contact with patients, relatives and other members of the public.

The successful candidate must be able to prioritise their workload on a busy acute ward. Reception duties are a large part of the role as well as handling public enquiries. Previous experience of working in a similar role in an NHS setting would be an advantage however full training will be given.

This vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers Novice leadership and improvement training to all new staff to the Trust.

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.