Job summary We are looking to recruit a Unit Administration Coordinator to work as part of a job share in our busy Ophthalmic Day Unit in the lovely town of Bexhill.
This is a very demanding but fulfilling role; working daily with the public and members of the multi-disciplinary team.
The applicant needs to be able to work in a changing environment.
There will be plenty of opportunities for you to learn new skills and develop yourself.
The Trust is committed to training and offers apprenticeship for staff to undertake; as part of its values and vision.
Join us in our mission to deliver patient focused care within a modern progressive unit; encompassing pre-assessment, theatre and the admission/discharge lounge to provide the complete surgical pathway for the ophthalmic patient.
Support the team in maintaining existing and developing new procedures.
Bexhill as a town has a lot to offer with beautiful sea views, picturesque countryside and it is steeped in history.
There is good public transport and easy access to local cities and the continent.
The Trust can offer: Professional development Childcare facilities (first come first served) Main duties of the job The Unit Administration Coordinator works without direct supervision and provides a full range of clerical services to the unit to enable the efficient and appropriate use of resources and staffing: Organises/updates clinics, and ensures all patient documentation is in place for clinic and surgical lists Acts as first point of contact for patients and deals with enquiries Makes appointments for patients Do telephone pre-calls to patients for the upcoming surgical lists Maintains and updates databases, information, audits, resources About us A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at Conquest Hospital and Eastbourne District General Hospital, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Onsite parking is available for a small administration fee.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general level of education including English and Maths NVQ level 3 in Administration or equivalent knowledge and experience Experience Essential Previous administration experience in NHS or other busy environment Management of patient records Management of stock within agreed budgets Desirable Previous experience of working in the NHS