Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
SDEC Receptionist INTERNAL
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Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY BETSI CADWALADR UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 12 MONTHS UNTIL 28/6/2027 DUE TO MATERNITY COVER
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit an Emergency Department Receptionist to join the Emergency Care Directorate’s Administration Team at Ysbyty Glan Clwyd.
As a part of this very busy team, the successful applicant is expected to be very flexible, have a pleasant personality and a positive approach to their work. Applicants must also have a good standard of education, be adaptable and have good organisational skills. This individual will require excellent communication skills and the ability to deal with sensitive matters and highly confidential patient information.
Previous receptionist/administrative experience and knowledge of the Welsh Patient Administration System (WPAS) and Symphony is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
Overtime is available.
Main Duties of the Job
The SDEC receptionist is responsible for providing an efficient front-line service to the Same Day Emergency Care Unit within the Emergency Quadrant. You are expected to deliver a high standard of customer care to a wide range of client groups including, patients, relatives and their carers whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
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By the nature of the duties the post holder will be required to maintain strict confidentiality and will be expected to deal with staff, patients, carers and relatives with courtesy and discretion at all times.
Welsh to be learned within 12 months of appointment.
Working for our Organisation
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.
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Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Up to GCSE standard for Maths and English or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
- ECDL
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of office and administration
- Experience of setting up and using filing/IT systems
- Familiar with WPAS, IFIT, Welsh Clinical Portal and Emis Health
Desirable criteria
- Previous NHS experience
- Experience in managing clinic diaries/appointment schedules
Skills
Essential criteria
- Awareness of willingness to be involved in implementing change
- IT Computer Literate
- Effective communication skills
Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak Welsh (Level 3)
- Familiarity with GDPR regulations
Other
Essential criteria
- Team Player
- Work on own initiative
Desirable criteria
- Ability to motivate others
- Ability to organise work within the department
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