About this role
Job summary
We are delighted to advertise an exciting opportunity for two enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team as Beacon Ward Receptionist and Ward 9 Receptionist.
Both positions are for 15 hours per week.
As the Beacon Ward and Ward 9 Receptionists, you will be the first point of contact for patients and visitors, playing a key role in creating a welcoming and supportive environment. You will work closely with nursing and medical teams, providing essential administrative support to help ensure our patients receive a consistently high standard of care.
Main duties of the job
To provide a friendly, effective reception, advice and information service to patients, colleagues and visitors to Beacon Ward and Ward 9.
Support and assist the nursing staff and contribute to the care
To maintain electronic patient records, including the use of MAXIMS and EPRO and ward shared
To support the organisation in achieving excellence in everything that we do by embedding and promoting the Trust values of Respect, Kindness and Teamwork.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
Flexible working options to help you balance work and lifeNHS pension scheme for long-term financial securityGenerous annual leave allowance to recharge and relaxA strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potentialAdditionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Job description Job responsibilities For further information relating to the two Receptionist positions on Beacon Ward and Ward 9, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Good standard of education Computer literacy
Desirable
Please see attached JD
Experience Essential
Please see attached JD
Additional Criteria Essential
Good organisational skills
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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address Musgrove Park Hospital
Musgrove Road
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DA
Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)