Job summary
Employer heading
Team Administrator
Band 3
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to come and work within the Bournemouth North District Nursing TeamsThe team administrator is the face of the team, often being a patients first point of contact with the service. As a result we are looking for the successful candidate to be friendly, professional and able to work under pressure. Previous experience of SystmOne is beneficial but not essential.
There are opportunities to develop within the role, and we have successfully supported previous administrators to go on to do their RGN training.
This post is 37.5 hours per week. The post holder may be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
To assist the team by providing clinical and administrative support services.
To ensure the provision of an effective and efficient secretarial and administrative support including dealing with telephone enquiries, relatives, carers, GPs, Social Workers and other agencies, maintaining good communications between staff members of the Trust and outside representatives using own initiative and managing own workload.
Management of the appointment systems and day today input of the D/N team diary. To schedule appointments and home visits as required for the Clinicians. Ensure all notes are ready for visits.
Working for our organisation
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact [email protected]
Person specification
Educational / Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Working towards NVQ Level 3
Skills/ Experience / Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Clerical skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrable experience of using word processing , spreadsheet, database and or presentation software to RSA II/lll or equivalent standard
- Desire to work in the primary care setting
Desirable criteria
- Good IT skills
- Community/Acute experience
- Basic patient care experience
Personal qualities/attributes
Essential criteria
- Good time management
- Ability to prioritise
Additional skills
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Anne Marie O'Sullivan
- Job title
- Lead District Nurse Bournemouth North
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07500121684
- Additional information
Anne-Marie O'Sullivan Lead District Nurse Bournemouth North
07500 121684
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