About this role
Job summary
Rheumatology Department (Permanent)
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Ward Administrator to join the Rheumatology team within the Blood, Cells Cancer Unit.
The post holder will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Ward based members of the Rheumatology team whose admissions are managed on Pelican Ward. Working with and supporting the multi-disciplinary team to provide a co-ordinated care package for patients under the care of the Rheumatology specialty.
Core hours are 08:30am - 16:30pm. However, the post holder must be able to work flexibly to cover regular meetings that occur outside their normal working hours.
Main duties of the job
As well as collaborating closely with the Consultants, Registrars and Clinical Nurse Specialists within the Trust, you may also be asked to liaise with external agencies. You must be able to work calmly under pressure and have a proven history in using your own initiative and prioritising your workload to meet tight deadlines.
Previous administration experience is essential.
If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please contact Rebecca Haswell, Admin Manager, 0207 405 9200 ext.:1236
About us
We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.
We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.
We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.
We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBTQ+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Women's Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.
Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional - it is essential.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
GOSH Culture and Values Essential
Our Always values oAlways welcoming oAlways helpful oAlways expert oAlways one team Experience of working as part of a diverse team. Experience of contributing to an inclusive workplace culture.
Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
Desirable
Higher qualification in office administration Evidence of continued professional development
Experience/Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of medical terminology Awareness of the importance of maintaining high quality information Knowledge of electronic patient record (EPR) Demonstrable experience of working within a fast paced admin environment
Desirable
Experience of working in a ward environment Experience of working in the NHS
Skills/Abilities Essential
A competent working knowledge of windows-based computer systems Proven skills in English both grammar and punctuation Knowledge of Excel spread sheets Excellent clear and concise communication skills both written and verbal Ability to prioritise and organise workload Ability to accurately check all correspondence created by the ward/department Excellent Telephone Manner
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)