Receptionist/AdministratorNHS
Job summary
We are seeking a full-time Receptionist-Administrator to join our friendly and dynamic team at the Elgar Unit.
This is an excellent opportunity to start or develop a career in NHS administration. Full training, mentoring, and support will be provided to the successful candidate.
As the first point of contact for patients and visitors, you will provide a professional and welcoming service while supporting the smooth running of the unit. This is a rewarding but busy role that requires the ability to remain calm under pressure, manage a variety of tasks, and adapt to changing demands.
Applicants should be enthusiastic, motivated, and able to work independently to a high standard. Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills are essential, and previous experience working with the public would be an advantage.
If you are ready for a new challenge and enjoy working as part of a team committed to delivering high-quality care, we would love to hear from you.
For further information, please contact Bernadette Barron on 01905 681422.
Please note the Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to work for this role, to apply you must have current right to work in the UK status. Employment on a time limited visa doesn't guarantee sponsorship at point of expiry.
Main duties of the job
You will be part of a busy Reception and Administration Team supporting the Urgent Care Specialist Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Services. This is a varied and rewarding role providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the service.
Key responsibilities include managing telephone enquiries, monitoring shared inboxes, booking appointments, providing reception cover, and undertaking a range of general office duties. You will have regular contact with patients, carers, colleagues, and healthcare professionals, requiring excellent communication and customer service skills.
As part of the wider administration team, you will provide cross-cover when required, work closely with clinical colleagues, and ensure that daily administrative tasks are completed accurately and efficiently. The successful candidate will be highly organised, self-motivated, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
The ability to prioritise a busy workload, work flexibly to meet service demands, and maintain a professional and welcoming approach when dealing with internal and external enquiries is essential.
Job description
Administration duties are specific to the role.
Providing support as required e.g. typing, data input, scanning, telephone cover, generic inbox management, liaison with patients and colleagues, appointment and diary management, maintaining accurate records, reception cover and problem solving.
The role may require contact with distressed and anxious patients; you will be provided with training and support to enable you to manage potentially challenging situations.
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer;
- 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
- Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
- Flexible and agile working opportunities
- Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
- Wide range of supportive staff networks
- Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our website.
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