Risk Support Officer - Dorchester, United Kingdom - Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Dorchester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

An opportunity has risen to work within the friendly and approachable Risk Management team at Dorset County Hospital to support risk management processes across the Trust.

This role supports an efficient and effective risk management service to all areas of the Trust, and so we are seeking someone with excellent communication skills, strong administrative skills and an understanding of maintaining confidentiality.

The role will provide support to the patient safety function of the Trust in addition to supporting some of our legal processes.

This role also offers the post holder development and career opportunities.

The Trust is committed to ensuring that staff are able to reach their potential through training programmes, coaching and support.

Although some experience of the NHS would be preferable, this is not essential as full training will be provided.

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

To provide an effective administrative service as part of the claims process, preparing disclosures, dealing with letters before action and information in accordance with risk management procedures.
To provide an effective administrative service as part of the coroner process, requesting statements and gathering information in accordance with risk management procedures.
To assist with the validation of all incidents reported and escalate as required following Risk Management policies
To assist with the management of Partner Agency incidents and investigations
Act as a Risk Management Administrator for Investigations as required including the collation and presentation of detailed information and the preparation of papers for internal Panel hearings.
To attend the internal Learning from Incidents Panel to take minutes. These will then have to be added to the correct records on the electronic Risk Management system.
Operate the Trust's electronic risk management database.
To assist with the training of Trust staff in the use of the electronic risk management database.
To assist with the maintenance and housekeeping of the Risk Management paper and electronic records.

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff.

We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff

Our Mission is to provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care.

To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.