Ward Clerk - Torquay, United Kingdom - Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
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Torquay, United Kingdom

1 week ago

Tom O´Connor

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We are seeking to appoint a Ward Clerk to provide reception and clerical support to Allerton ward ward and assist in maintaining a high standard of record keeping at ward level.


You will need to be organised & able to communicate with, patients, visitors and members of the multi disciplinary team.

Health Careers |

Answering the telephone

Arranging for notes to come to the ward, filing notes after discharge

Ensuring notes are sent to the correct area after discharge

Supporting the MDT in clerical roles

Ordering stationary and equipment

Allerton ward is based at Torbay Hospital in South Devon. We are a busy gastrointestinal/surgical Unit. Our ward is very friendly and is a positive place to work. Your role is vital in the ward running smoothly and effectively. Front of house-welcoming all onto our ward and supporting/directing.

Why work with us

  • To provide reception service for all patients and visitors to Allerton ward.
  • To ensure that all discharge summaries are completed and sent out in line with Trust Policy.
  • To request and collect case notes as necessary and ensure they are available for the MDT.
  • Distribute incoming post and redirect as necessary.
  • To keep the nurses station tidy and maintain levels of stationary.
  • Ensure the day to day maintence of patients case notes, including the insertion of investigations reports, filing plans/nursing notes ensuring all contents are filed strictly in accordance with the current protocol and ensure results are available in a timely fashion.
  • To ensure patients/admissions/clinic appointments and outcomes and transfer details are accurate and up to date to the computer systems.
  • Clerical support for the Senior sister.
  • Be able to use computer systems, photocopy and scan and order equipment and stationary.
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