Ward Clerk
Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable.
Job overview
An Exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Clerk to join the administration team in Denbigh Hospital.
The Ward Clerk will provide efficient clerical assistance to the ward. The provision of an efficient clerical service is essential to ensure the speedy admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post.
Main duties of the job
By the nature of the duties, the Ward Clerk will be required to maintain strict confidentiality, and will be expected to deal with patients and relatives with courtesy and discretion at all times.
The Ward Clerk is responsible to the Ward Managers in providing an efficient clerical service across the wards.
Working for our organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales .Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential criteria- Able to demonstrate English and Mathematics to GCSE or equivalent Experience
- OCR/RSA Word Processing level 1 or equivalent experience
- Welsh speaking
- NVQ II Admin/customer care.
- ECDL
Experience
Essential criteria- Previous clerical/office experience
- Previous NHS experience
- WPAS User
- Oracle
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential criteria- Able to contribute constructively to a team working environment
- Ability to use own initiative whilst understanding the need to seek advice from senior staff where necessary
- Able to communicate information clearly and sensitively in person and over the telephone.
Values
Essential criteria- Knowledge of patient confidentiality
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential criteria- Work effectively under pressure in a clinical environment
- Flexible approach to working.
- Welsh Speaking
- NVQ II Admin/customer care.
If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.