About NHS Foundation Trust
At UHSussex, they are proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, they exemplify the excellence, ambition, and values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years. Their hard-working, talented, and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put their Patient First. Their mission, summed up by their ‘where better never stops’ motto, involves driving forwards and improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
UHSussex embraces diversity as their strength, aiming for inclusivity to help always put the Patient First, as reflected in their Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Uniqueness and experiences are valued in their creative and innovative community, encouraging everyone to succeed. They offer various Staff Networks to break down barriers and provide a buddy system to help new members settle in. UHSussex is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Treating patients and staff with compassion and empathy is at the core of their values. Their Wellbeing Programme for staff is extensive, designed to support employees when needed, because they believe that to look after others, they must first look after themselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, UHSussex values learning, teaching, and training to be the best they can be. From the start of your career with them and throughout, they will help you grow and develop, aiming for a long and happy career where your contributions are recognized and valued.
Job Description
The Receptionist/Clerical Officer role is responsible for providing an effective and welcoming reception service for patients, relatives, and other visitors attending the Park Centre for Breast Care. This role involves working with various databases to facilitate patient activity and manage patient flow by attending to patients and preparing paperwork for future clinics. The post holder will be part of the wider Breast Imaging and Screening Team, supporting and contributing to a caring and efficient service.
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Criteria:
- Experience in dealing with people/patients
- Experience with multiple IT systems
Desirable Criteria:
- Administrative experience
- Experience in a healthcare setting
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to the role)
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Application Process
As part of their commitment to a safe working environment, UHSussex undertakes a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. Offers are made in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigration eligibility criteria. For further information, please visit the gov.uk website and search for Skilled Worker.
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Please apply as early as possible for this role. In the event of exceptional interest, UHSussex may close adverts earlier than specified. UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if a high volume of applications is received.
