Switchboard Operator & Real Time Admission Clerk
Ogden Macmillan Centre.harrogate And District Nhs Foundation Trust, Harrogate
Switchboard Operator & Real Time Admission Clerk
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Ogden Macmillan Centre.harrogate And District Nhs Foundation Trust, Harrogate
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 5 Nov | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 64bca382600340e5b20bea2d98319e66
Full Job Description
This is a challenging, dynamic role for someone who enjoys using their own initiative to provide excellent customer service through a wide variety of tasks. The post holder will provide an efficient and reliable service operating the computerised telecommunications suite in support of our state-of-the art speech recognition software. Comprehensive and well-structured training will be provided. They will be expected to take every opportunity to work from established guidelines enabling them to give a professional and courteous service to all. It's a busy varied role, in addition to answering calls you will be dealing with, but are not limited to, the administration and delivery of:
- The Trust's Interpreter & Translation Service, which is a key aspect in ensuring equal access to care for our diverse population. Create and issue temporary accounts for Locum Doctors and Agency nurses when required. Receive calls for emergency resuscitation teams and relay, via our bleep system, where assistance is required. First point of contact for Major Incident episodes. First point of contact for Fire Alarms with the responsibility of contacting the Fire Brigade to ensure fire engines are deployed and directed to the site of the fire. Real Time Admissions Clerk, this involves admitting patients, via PCS, to the various wards at the hospital.
- The Community Nurse Out of Hours Referral Service.
- On call rota management.
We are looking for individuals whohave fantastic communication skills to work in this busy, challenging and rewarding environment.They must have a clear telephone voice, be computer literate, used to working under pressure and able to switch between tasks quickly and efficiently. This role will commence at Band 2 whilst undergoing a supervised training period of up to 12 weeks within Switchboard to gain the administrative and technical experience required for the role. It may be possible for candidates to complete the training sooner dependent upon previous relevant experience.Upon successful completion of the In-house Training Programme, performance measures and they have demonstrated appropriate working practices based on Trust Values and behaviours, the post holder will then move to a permanent Band 3 post. Please note, the department is unable to support a fixed shift pattern therefore candidates must be able to work a variable 24/7 rota pattern consisting of Earlies 06:30 - 14:30, Lates 14:30 - 22:30 and Nights 22:30 - 06:30. - An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
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