Band 3 Administrator Temp Full Time
Honeycomb is pleased to be partnering with the South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust to recruit a Band 3 Administrator for their team in Downpatrick . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator to join a busy healthcare setting, with an immediate start available . The position is offered on an initial 3-month temporary basis , with the possibility of an extension.
- Location: Downpatrick
- Pay: Band 3 - £12.75 per hour
- Start date: Immediate
- Contract: Temporary, initially for 3 months with potential extension
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Key Responsibilities
- Accurately inputting and updating patient details across electronic systems, including Epic, PAS and Patient Centre.
- Coordinating and scheduling appointments according to clinical priorities and Integrated Elective Access Protocols (IEAP).
- Scanning, uploading and maintaining patient documentation on electronic systems.
- Assisting with audits and carrying out patient information checks.
- Managing allocated work queues and ensuring information remains accurate and up to date.
- Preparing reports and statistical data, including waiting-time information.
- Maintaining both electronic and paper-based filing systems.
- Responding to patient and staff queries in accordance with Trust procedures.
- Managing competing priorities, diaries and correspondence effectively.
- Supporting the induction and training of new members of staff.
- Providing reception support when required.
- Organising meetings and taking accurate minutes.
- Contributing to service and quality improvement activities.
- Following all relevant Trust policies, including Data Protection, IT Security, Health & Safety, Infection Prevention & Control and Records Management.
Essential Criteria
Candidates must satisfy one of the following requirements: - 4 GCSEs (Grades A-C), including English Language, together with 1 year's administrative/clerical experience
OR - NVQ Level 2 in Administration (or equivalent) plus 1 year's administrative/clerical experience
OR - 2 years' administrative/clerical experience
- At least 1 year's word processing experience
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Essential Skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team
- Confidence in using initiative and working independently when required
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to manage workload within a busy and changing environment
- Understanding of the Data Protection Act
- Experience with administrative systems, including diary management and filing
Desirable
- Previous experience working with computerised databases
Honeycomb is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. However, we thank all candidates for their interest in this opportunity.