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Ward Clerk - MHSOP

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Cardiff, +1

Requirements

  • - Enthusiastic, organised, self-motivated
  • - Good computer skills, computer literacy essential
  • - Excellent communication skills
  • - Ability to prioritise workload and work well in a multi-disciplinary team
  • - Ability to speak Welsh is desirable
  • - Enjoy meeting new people
  • - Equal opportunity for Welsh and/or English speakers to apply

Responsibilities

  • - Undertaking all administrative tasks and clerical duties as delegated by the Ward Manager / Senior Clerical Staff for Inpatient Wards and Day Hospital Units
  • - Liaising with Staff in Medical Records, Outpatients, Directorate Management Team, Clinical and Medical Ward Staff, other departments within the UHB, other hospitals and external health agencies as appropriate
  • - Enjoying meeting new people and having excellent communication skills
  • - Ability to prioritise own workload and work well in a multi-disciplinary team
  • - Good computer skills, computer literacy is essential
  • - Ability to speak Welsh is desirable
  • - Enthusiastic, organised, self-motivated and enjoys working as part of a busy team.

FAQs

What is the primary role of a Ward Clerk in the MHSOP team?

The primary role of a Ward Clerk is to undertake all administrative tasks and clerical duties as delegated by the Ward Manager or Senior Clerical Staff for Inpatient Wards and Day Hospital Units.

Who will I be liaising with in this role?

In this role, you will liaise with staff in Medical Records, Outpatients, the Directorate Management Team, Clinical and Medical Ward Staff, other departments within the University Health Board (UHB), other hospitals, and external health agencies as appropriate.

What skills are required for this position?

The position requires good computer skills, computer literacy, excellent communication skills, and the ability to prioritise your workload. Being organised, enthusiastic, and self-motivated is also essential.

Is training provided for specific software used in this job?

Yes, training for specific systems such as PARIS will be provided, although good computer skills are essential.

Is it necessary to speak Welsh for this position?

While the ability to speak Welsh is desirable, Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Where is Cardiff and Vale University Health Board located?

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is located in Cardiff, the capital of Wales, and serves the surrounding Vale of Glamorgan.

What is the mission and vision of Cardiff and Vale University Health Board?

The mission is “Caring for People, Keeping People Well,” and the vision is that every person’s chance of leading a healthy life should be equal.

Can I arrange an informal visit or seek further details about the role?

Yes, for further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Sue Tapper, the Assistant Directorate Manager, at sue.tapper@wales.nhs.uk or by calling 029 2182 4455.

Caring for People, Keeping People Well

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10,001+
Employees
2009
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Mission & Purpose

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board provides local healthcare services for people in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan and is the main provider of specialist services for the people of south Wales - and for some services, the whole of Wales and the wider UK. Our Health Board delivers health services for our local population of approximately 500,000, and we host over 100 specialist services for our region and beyond. We’re very proud of the role that we play within the NHS, as one of the largest and most complex NHS organisations in the UK. We employ a diverse workforce of around 14,000 staff who work across a range of hospital sites and deliver care in people’s homes and other community settings.