Receptionist- Band 2

North Bristol NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job description

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Job Overview

Do you enjoy administrative work, but want a role that is part of the patient’s journey through the hospital? Do you enjoy being busy and in a role with pace? If yes, then this could be the role for you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Surgical division for a Ward Receptionist to work in our Elective surgical Ward -Urology Services. The successful candidate will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team (nurses, medical team, allied health professionals) to ensure patients on our ward receive the highest standard of care and have a positive experience whilst supporting flow through the Hospital.

We are looking for a Ward Receptionist who can work between 24 hrs per week, over two days as part of a job share to cover our reception area (Thursdays to Saturdays) -To include some weekend working. Shifts will be covered Mainly Thursday and Friday covering 08:00am – 16:30pm, with some flexibility in days. To be discussed at interview.

This role requires someone who can work pro-actively, and has excellent communication and organisational skills. The successful candidate must be able to work well under pressure due to the role having competing demands at times. The post holder will need to be computer confident and be willing to undertake training to be self-reliant in using multiple NHS applications.

Main duties of the job

• To receive and admit patients using the relevant computer systems
• To undertake routine clerical work and associated tasks
• To receive telephone enquiries and deal with them in a prompt, professional manner to ensure accurate information is disseminated to designated parties
• To arrange ambulance transport for patients as required
• Adhoc ordering from Procurement system including equipment, PPE, and documents required for ward.
• General stocking.
• To accurately register patients and maintain computerised records to ensure all records are complete and scan paper documents once the patient has left the department.
• To maintain medical records by ensuring that all contents are correctly filed in the appropriate place.
• To assist with distressed/bereaved relatives.
• To respond quickly to changing situations and prioritise workload with a view to resolving problems within limits.
• Deal with enquiries from police according to Trust protocols and the Data Protection Act, ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• To liaise with staff in other departments as required.
• To provide ad hoc information and support to other staff when required.
• To provide information to medical staff when requested.
• To assist in the training of new members of staff to ensure all staff can carry out their role competently.
• To be fully trained and competent to respond to a major incident alert.
• To have a flexible approach to help provide cover for colleagues to ensure that the reception desk has cover for holidays and sick leave.
• To maintain confidentiality and adhere to the Data Protection Act at all times.
• To undertake any other such duties commensurate with the post.
• Communicate with Multidisciplinary team internal and external with regards discharge and transfer of patients.
• Request services for ward eg- Contact General porters and report fault with Facilities.
• Take messages from Multidisciplinary team and pass on to relevant team members.

Person specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential criteria

• GCSE level education or equivalent

Desirable criteria

• Hospital administration computer systems training

Work Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working with members of the public

Desirable criteria

• Experience of working in the NHS

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential criteria

• Computer and keyboard skills
• Good communication skills and telephone manner

Desirable criteria

• Prioritisation of workload

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The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.

At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT’s workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.

Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.