Audit / Ward Clerk - CCU/Cardiology

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an organised,motivated and detail-oriented Audit / Ward Clerk to join our Cardiology team.

The post holder will play a key role in collection, validation, reporting of audit data across both Cardiology & Heart Failure Services, helping drive quality improvement, service development & compliance with local & national requirements.

In addition to audit responsibilities, the successful candidate will provide ward clerk and administrative support within Coronary Care Unit, ensuring efficient day-to-day running of the service & supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care.

• Lead on collection,validation & maintenance of audit data across Cardiology and Heart Failure services.

• Support local,regional and national audit programmes, ensuringaccurate & timely data submissions.

• Produce reports & activity data to support service monitoring, clinical governance & quality improvement initiatives.

• Maintain specialist databases & ensure data quality standards are met. Work with clinical teams toidentify, collect,analyse relevant patient information.

• Provide admin support to Heart Failure Service, including appointment management & patient correspondence.

• Undertake Ward Clerk duties within CCU, including managing patient records, answering telephone enquiries & supporting the multidisciplinary team. Ensure patient information systems are updated accurately & promptly.

Main duties of the job

The post holder is required to provide clerical support to CCU to include recording of patient movements in the hospital systems, maintenance and tracking of notes, management of enquiries, procurement of stock and general administrative support to the senior team.

In addition to this the post-holder is required to provide comprehensive and professional clinical audit with respect to MINAP (Myocardial Ischaemia National Audit Project) & NICOR (National Institute for Cardiovascular outcomes). This will involve data extraction/data input and help to maintain associated electronic record keeping. The post holder will also support the senior CCU/Cardiology team with the delivery of speciality specific administration.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

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