About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated administrator to join Therapy Services in the post of Therapy Administrator for a permanent contract for 37.5 hours per week.
Our department provides administrative assistance to a wide variety of Outpatient Therapy services including MSK Physiotherapy, Hand Therapy, Pelvic Health, Dietetics, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy. The successful applicant will be trained and will provide cross cover across all services.
Main duties of the job
This is a front of house role involving reception duties dealing with a high volume of patients and telephone calls. The successful applicant will be working with qualified Allied Health Professionals, Therapy Assistants, Clinical and Professional Leads and their administrative colleagues.We are seeking to appoint a positive individual to work within our very fast paced service. Applicants should be able to demonstrate organisational skills, be a committed team player with the ability to prioritise their own workload and work well under pressure. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential with the role requiring high levels of face-to-face and telephone communication.
You will be required to ensure that the patient experiences a smooth journey throughout their care from referral receipt to the last appointment. This role involves daily patient contact whether it is face to face, telephone, or email. You will be booking, cancelling, rescheduling and ensuring appointments are utilised to maximum capacity.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
This role is based in the Therapies Department at North Middlesex University Hospital. You will be part of a small admin team working closely with outpatient therapists and patients. We are a friendly and supportive team looking for a self-motivated and flexible individual who is eager to develop and use their initiative.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education and Trust Values Essential
NVQ3 or equivalent or relevant practical experience. Able to produce evidence of good basic education including numeracy and literacy skills
Values Essential
Demonstrable ability to meet Trust Values
Experience Essential
Managing busy workload and conflicting priorities. Handling confidential and sensitive information in accordance with Data Protection Act Excellent verbal and written communication both face to face and via telephone Good knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft packages to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Desirable
Experience of front of house working in high volume public service Understanding of NHS ethos, processes and systems Full range of administrative procedures, software programmes Able to diffuse potential conflict or aggressive situations
Skills and Abilities Essential
Ability to learn new software programmes Maintains confidentiality and observes Governance and Data protection Ability to work as a member of a team
Desirable
Ability to plan, prioritise and organise a number of activities and balance conflicting demands
Personal qualities and attributes Essential
Able to demonstrate initiative, flexibility and self-motivation in completing tasks
Desirable
Ability to manage distressing or emotional circumstances and awareness of when to escalate
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.
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Employer details Employer name Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address North Middlesex University Hospital
Sterling Way
London
N18 1QX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)