Ward Clerk – Coronary Care Unit - EDGH inEastbourne inEastbourne PUBLISHED
WED 23 OCT 2024
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As a core member of the team, the Ward Clerk will be responsible for maintaining accurate patient records, updating electronic tracking systems, and ensuring a high standard of administrative support for the clinical area. The position requires a caring demeanor, the capability to handle challenging situations with tact, and a commitment to upholding the values of the Trust. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the Matrons for more information.
The Coronary Care Unit and Cardiac Catheter Laboratory team. CCU is a busy 11 bedded high dependency unit nursing elective and emergency cardiology admissions. In addition we have Cardiac Catheter Laboratory and recovery areas.
We are looking for a pleasant and caring Ward Clerk to join our efficient and professional team at Eastbourne District General Hospital. You will have experience of dealing with the general public, be able to manage difficult situations. The team on the ward is both friendly and supportive, with a strong commitment to providing a high standard of care.
If you have an ability to work calmly under pressure and feel you meet the following requirements:-
A good communicator and enjoy meeting people.
Possess a polite and caring manner
Have a good sense of humour
Able to prioritise own workload
If you are computer literate, Keyboard skills an advantage, but training will be given.
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Matrons- Catherine Nicholls,Tracey King or Kerrie Nyland on
The post holder's primary focus will be the timely handling of reception duties and interaction with members of the public and colleagues. Responding to and taking action to resolve queries with pace and tact. Responsible for ensuring patient records are available and electronic patient tracking systems are kept up to date in line with Trust policy.
As a core member of the team the post holder will provide a comprehensive and quality administrative and clerical function to support the smooth day to day running of the clinical area.
The post holder will be conscientious and work calmly under pressure with a flexible approach. Using initiative to prioritise workload with efficiency, accuracy and care. The post holder will be polite and caring with strong interpersonal skills to manage situations including those of a challenging nature.
In undertaking this role, the employee is responsible for upholding values and behaviours that adheres to Trust values
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