The role of our Ward Clerks on Maternity Ward is integral to the smooth running of the wards (antenatal, postnatal and labour ward) based on the principle that our clerical team provide a strong administrative infrastructure to the ward.
The role is a full-time, flexible position at 37.5 hours per week covering a 24 hour period 7 days a week. The successful candidate will be prepared to work flexibly with their colleagues to cover the 24/7service.
The post holder will provide an efficient and effective reception and administrative support service. Required to work as part of a team, have a flexible and professional attitude to work and provide cover across the maternity department, covering the front reception desk, the Antenatal ward, Fetal medicine reception, Postnatal ward and labour ward.
They will be expected to undertake administrative duties as required by the line manager, including tracking patients’ notes, scanning notes, inputting data on Medway, outcoming appointments on Medway. Making baby packs and discharging patients
Provide general reception duties including monitoring entry to the ward and ensuring safety procedures are followed
Use of the Medway computer system for various processes, including the updating of patient demographics and hospital activity.
Booking follow up appointments, transferring patients across the unit and making sure appointments are outcomed
Accessing mailboxes to ensure visits are acted upon from other hospital maternity units if required
Scanning and uploading of patients notes and scan
Organising patients notes, and discharge packs
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Are you looking for an exciting role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.
For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.
We look forward to your application.
Please be aware that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a suitable number of applications.
