Location: West Cumberland Hospital, Whitehaven
Type: Full-time and Part-time considered
Salary (£): Not specified. Up to 60 hours available
About North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
North Cumbria Integrated Care (NCIC) NHS Foundation Trust is committed to delivering outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. Their ambition is to create a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare, offering a wide range of community and acute services throughout the county. The Trust places quality and safety at the heart of all operations, with five key principles ensuring that they provide ‘safe, high-quality care every time.’
Job Details
NCIC is seeking a motivated Clerical Officer to join their hardworking team in the Radiology Department. The post is based at West Cumberland Hospital, but the successful candidate may be required to work at other sites within the Trust. Flexibility, enthusiasm, and a willingness to adapt are essential, as well as a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for service improvement.
Benefits
- 27-day holiday scheme, rising to 33 after 10 years of service
- Flexible working scheme
- Opportunities for career development
- Competitive NHS Pension scheme
- Access to NHS discounts with retailers and leisure companies
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering free, confidential counseling
Requirements
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
- Experience working in an office environment
- Flexibility in working patterns, including weekends and evenings on a rotational basis
- Proficient in general administrative procedures and systems
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work without direct supervision and as part of a team
- Computer literate with standard keyboard skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Understanding of data protection legislation
Salary Details
The post offers up to 60 hours of work, with the specific salary not mentioned. The post includes rotational weekend and evening work to meet service needs.
About the Role
The Clerical Officer role involves providing essential administrative support within the busy Radiology (X-ray) Department. Responsibilities include reception duties, managing patient appointments, handling image and medical records, answering patient inquiries, and performing data input. Clerical Officers liaise with NHS professionals, support staff, and the public to ensure an efficient service.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing patient appointments and inquiries
- Handling medical records and images
- Data input and use of hospital systems
- Liaising with NHS professionals, staff, and the general public
- Providing reception duties in the Radiology Department
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to a criminal records check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) due to the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975). Costs will be deducted from the successful candidate’s salary over the first four months.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications are welcome from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK. Please note, applicants must ensure they meet the UKVI salary thresholds and check the eligibility of the role before applying.
Equal Opportunity Statement: NCIC NHS Foundation Trust is committed to safeguarding adults and children and supports diversity and equality in the workplace. They encourage applications from all sections of the community, including individuals applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant, who will be guaranteed an interview if they meet all essential criteria.
Employer Details
Company Name: North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Workington Infirmary, Park Lane, Workington, CA14 2RW
Application Process
If shortlisted, candidates will receive an email to log in to their Trac account to select an interview time. Please ensure your email settings allow these notifications, and apply as early as possible, as the post may close earlier than the listed deadline. The closing date is 20 September 2024.
