Opportunities for flexible working across different wards, providing variety in daily tasks.
Direct interaction with patients and healthcare staff, fostering strong communication and relationship-building skills.
The role contributes significantly to the smooth operation of the ward, creating a sense of fulfillment from helping others.
Involvement in diverse administrative tasks, from booking appointments to resolving issues, enhancing administrative skills.
Opportunity to support patients and their families during important times, making a meaningful impact on their healthcare experiences.
Collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, providing exposure to various healthcare roles and expanding professional networks.
The role allows for personal growth through ongoing learning, attending relevant courses, and participating in ward meetings.
The Ward Administrator role at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust involves providing essential administrative support across various hospital wards to ensure their efficient operation. Key responsibilities include booking outpatient appointments, managing patient and staff queries with courtesy, and updating patients on bed availability. The administrator will handle various logistical tasks, such as organizing transportation and accommodation for patients and relatives, maintaining accurate patient records in the PAS system, and managing correspondence within the ward.
Additionally, the role encompasses clerical support for the ward manager and participation in ward meetings, as well as creating relevant documentation and signage. The Ward Administrator will also be tasked with maintaining the standards required by data quality policies and may be required to cover specific duties in high-demand areas such as ICU or AMU. Flexibility is crucial, as the responsibilities are subject to change based on the hospital’s needs, and an annual review of the job description will take place.
Additionally, the role encompasses clerical support for the ward manager and participation in ward meetings, as well as creating relevant documentation and signage. The Ward Administrator will also be tasked with maintaining the standards required by data quality policies and may be required to cover specific duties in high-demand areas such as ICU or AMU. Flexibility is crucial, as the responsibilities are subject to change based on the hospital’s needs, and an annual review of the job description will take place.
Opportunities for flexible working across different wards, providing variety in daily tasks.
Direct interaction with patients and healthcare staff, fostering strong communication and relationship-building skills.
The role contributes significantly to the smooth operation of the ward, creating a sense of fulfillment from helping others.
Involvement in diverse administrative tasks, from booking appointments to resolving issues, enhancing administrative skills.
Opportunity to support patients and their families during important times, making a meaningful impact on their healthcare experiences.
Collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, providing exposure to various healthcare roles and expanding professional networks.
The role allows for personal growth through ongoing learning, attending relevant courses, and participating in ward meetings.
To work flexibly across identified wards dealing with staff and patients on a daily basis to aid the smooth running of the wards. To provide administrative support to the ward, making appointments and arrangements for staff, patients and relatives/carers as necessary.
- Book outpatient appointments for patients
- Resolve patients, staff and visitor's problems adopting a courteous manner at all times
- Welcome patients to come into the ward/area and keep them updated on bed availability
- Chase HRS (Health Record Supplements) for all inpatients and ward attenders
- Ensure any ward attender or outpatient activity is accurately recorded on the PAS system
- Book flights and taxis for out of area patients
- Arrange accommodation for relatives where necessary
- Answer telephone calls and liaise with patients and relatives regarding admission, discharge and transfer
- Deliver and collect patients and staff mail within the ward
- Ensure adequate stationery is ordered in a timely manner and stored appropriately
- Organise ambulances for return and discharge of patients with North West Ambulance Service
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KEY DUTIES
- Book outpatient appointments for patients
- Resolve patients, staff and visitors problems adopting a courteous manner at all times.
- Welcome patients to come into the ward/area and keep them updated on bed availability.
- Chase HRS (Health Record Supplements) for all inpatients and ward attenders
- Ensure any ward attender or outpatient activity is accurately recorded on the PAS system.
- Book flights and taxis for out of area patients
- Arrange accommodation for relatives where necessary.
- Answer telephone calls and liaise with patients and relatives regarding admission, discharge and transfer.
- Deliver and collect patients and staff mail within the ward.
- Ensure adequate stationery is ordered in a timely manner and stored appropriately.
- Organise ambulances for return and discharge of patients with North West Ambulance Service
- Create spread sheets for ward information as required.
- Request letters/patient information/medical records from other hospitals.
- Create high quality signs and documents relating to ward information.
- Report and follow up all IT faults to the IT helpdesk.
- Attend ward meetings and any relevant courses.
- Work with members of the multi-disciplinary team to maintain high standards of data quality, following the requirements of the Data Quality Policy as required.
- Provide clerical support to ward manager, including taking notes at meetings as necessary.
- Photocopy any necessary documentation as directed by the ward manager.
- Hand deliver any urgent diagnostic requests and pharmaceutical requests (TTOs)
- Make deliveries of key documents and/or other items to other areas of the hospital as required.
- Operate secure access to ward/relevant area, ensuring no unauthorised visitors or personnel enter the area.
- Print patient labels and wristbands.
- Adhere to all relevant Trust policies and guidelines.
When covering for colleagues in specific areas eg AMU and ICU, Ward Administrators will have a requirement to cover duties described in the following addendum.
Addendum To Standard Duties:
Ward Administrators employed to cover specific areas within the Trust will have a requirement to cover duties as described in the following addendum to duties:
Direct Patient Access Areas and Specialist Areas (eg AMU, Delivery Suite, ICU)
- Prepare case note trolleys for three daily ward rounds.
- Generate up to date list of patients requiring medical review on other wards for Physician of the Day
- Provide emergency out of hours Ward Administrator support to the Care Group
- Provide clerical support, including taking minutes as required, to the Ward Manager and Matron
- Ensure Health Record Supplements are maintained.
- Collect documentation and enter information into speciality specific patient information systems (eg Critical Care Minimum Data Set and Intensive Care Nursing Audit Research Centre)
- Process donations, patient cash and valuables, liaising with General Office to ensure such items are handled appropriately.
- Prepare ICU files for audit purposes.
- Escort visitors to bereavement office as required.
- Deal with referrals from secretaries when unit secretary is not available, liaising with the multi-disciplinary team as necessary.
The duties contained in this job description are not intended to be exhaustive. It is intended that the post holder will be flexible in the duties that he/she performs. Following consultation with the post holder his/her duties may be varied from time to time, in order to meet changing priorities and to maintain the sections effectiveness. A review of the job description will be carried out on an annual basis or earlier if required.
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To work as a Ward Administrator in the UK, you typically need a combination of administrative skills, healthcare knowledge, and interpersonal abilities. Here’s a breakdown of the key skills and qualifications that are generally required:
Administrative Skills:
1. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks efficiently.
2. Data Entry and Management: Proficient in using hospital information systems and databases.
3. Record Keeping: Skills in maintaining accurate and confidential patient records and administrative documentation.
4. Scheduling: Experience in managing staff rosters, appointments, and maintaining ward schedules.
Communication Skills:
1. Verbal Communication: Ability to effectively communicate with healthcare staff, patients, and their families.
2. Written Communication: Proficiency in writing reports, memos, and other correspondence.
3. Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build relationships with staff, patients, and visitors, and handle inquiries or complaints effectively.
IT Skills:
1. Computer Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with healthcare management software.
2. Data Management: Ability to analyze and report on data, including budgets, staffing levels, and patient flow.
Financial and Resource Management:
1. Budgeting Experience: Understanding of financial processes, including invoicing and resource allocation.
2. Inventory Management: Skills in managing supplies and equipment within the ward.
Knowledge of Healthcare:
1. Understanding of NHS Policies: Familiarity with healthcare regulations, NHS frameworks, and departmental protocols.
2. Health and Safety Awareness: Knowledge of health and safety standards in a hospital setting.
Personal Attributes:
1. Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.
2. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify issues proactively and develop effective solutions.
3. Flexibility and Adaptability: Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
Qualifications:
- Educational Background: Typically, a minimum of GCSEs in English and Mathematics, and often relevant vocational qualifications (e.g., NVQ in Business Administration).
- Experience: Previous experience in an administrative role, particularly in a healthcare setting, is often preferred.
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