About this role
Job summary
*This vacancy is only available to:
- Current employees of East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust; or
- Employees of the following Kent and Medway Integrated Care System organisations who have been formally identified as being at risk of redeployment:
NHS Kent and Medway Integrated care board (ICB) Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust Medway NHS Foundation Trust Applications from candidates who do not meet either of these criteria cannot be considered.*
An exciting opportunity has become available to join our Breast Screening team in delivering high quality services.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to join the Kent Breast Screening Service. This administrative post is based at the Kent and Canterbury Hospital and provides support to the Breast Screening Programme Management team.
As part of the role the post holder will be expected to travel between the three Kent units (Maidstone, Medway and Canterbury). The ideal candidate will be diligent, motivated and attentive with experience of managing their own workload. The post holder will also be required to work as part of a close team, have good computer and communication skills and work well under pressure.
Please note previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
The successful postholder will be expected to provide and receive routine information which may be complex or sensitive. They will also exchange verbal and written information with a range of individuals, groups, and departments (including patients, staff or carers) relating to enquiries, appointments, admissions and meetings.
Knowledge of medical terminology and experience in the use of hospital based IT systems would be an advantage. The successful candidate must be computer literate, be educated to GCSE level or equivalent. Training on the NBSS (National Breast Screening System) and RIS Sectra Soliton will be given.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in 'supporting documents'.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Previous experience of secretarial / administrative work at a similar level Experience of dealing with external organisations
Desirable
Previous experience of working in an NHS / Healthcare environment
Skills Essential
Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbally. Computer literacy Attention to detail Ability to take minutes of meetings
Desirable
To be able to work in a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge Essential
Good knowledge of using Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Desirable
Knowledge of the National Breast Screening Service
Qualifications Essential
GCSE A-C (or equivalent) grade in English and Maths
Desirable
RSA Level 2 or equivalent in Typing / Word processing Customer Care Training
Other Essential
Ability to prioritise workload without supervision. To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values
Desirable
Understanding of the Data Protection Act 1998
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address Kent and Canterbury Hospital
Ethelbert Rd
Canterbury
CT1 3NG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)