Ward Clerk

Are you passionate, enthusiastic, well organised and wanting to make a difference? We are looking for motivated and passionate individual who wants to work as part of the team to help provide exceptional care to a range of children and their families. We have a full time post available for a Band 2 ward clerk Woodlands ward is a Paediatric 16 bedded ward with an additional clinical assessment unit for general medical and surgical paediatric patients as well as day admissions. The unit can be a busy unit and therefore we are looking for someone who can multi task well and is organised. Please feel free to contact for further detail., The post holder will:

• Liaise with patients on the ward and their family.
• Have an excellent telephone manner
• Will assist all members of the MDT to perform their roles to the best of their ability.
• Assist in arranging discharge plans / follow up appointments for patients.
• Have an understanding of the hospital systems including PCS
• To act as a host and receptionist to children, their families and visitors
• To demonstrates due diligence whilst maintaining and promoting effective working practices commensurate with the post.
• Maintains confidentiality relating to the welfare and treatment of patients and staff at all times.
• To be flexible to work in different areas within the unit as required
  
  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.
• 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.