This Ward Clerk post sits on the Stroke Unit of University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust, supporting the day-to-day running of a busy ward. The work involves liaising with teams across the Trust, arranging safe discharges from hospital and keeping patients and their families informed. The role is fast-paced and works closely with the multidisciplinary team, and it includes weekend and Monday shifts within a seven-day service. Fit depends on strong communication, calm working under pressure and accurate records kept under information governance.
What the job involves
- Support the day-to-day running of the ward
- Facilitate safe discharges from hospital
- Liaise with teams throughout the Trust
- Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to keep the ward service and care running smoothly
- Communicate with patients, their friends and family
- Keep clear records in line with information governance
- Work Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays as part of the seven-day service
What’s required
Qualifications
- GCSE numeracy and literacy, or equivalent
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent communication skills, including telephone
- Organisational skills
- Good IT and general computer literacy
- Knowledge of data protection and confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity rights
Other
- Understanding of personal accountability and awareness of own limitations
- Strong team player
- Able to work on own initiative
- Able to work at pace and under pressure while remaining calm
- Able to speak English as necessary for the role
Nice to have
- ECAMIS/SYMPHONY experience
- Awareness of medical records management
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
