Discharge Admin Support Worker

Description

We are seeking to recruit a full time Discharge Admin Support Worker based at University Hospital Hairmyres

The successful candidate will be responsible for aiding the facilitation of discharge from ward areas in line with the NHS Lanarkshire Health & Social Care Partnership’s policies and procedures.It is essential that you have an SVQIII in Administration or working towards, or equivalent experience. The post holder will have proficient I.T. skills which include a working knowledge of Microsoft packages, administration, co-ordination and maintenance of electronic systems e.g. SWIS, TRAK.

KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO DO THE JOB

• Knowledge and a good understanding of a caring role within a health & social care environment.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills in customer care.
• Effective communication skills when exchanging complex and sensitive information.
• Ability to work with people and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to carry out assigned tasks effectively in a busy environment.
• Good organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to prioritise work and work on own initiative whilst under pressure.
• Proficient I.T. skills which include a working knowledge of Microsoft packages.
• Ensuring confidentiality, diplomacy and discretion are maintained at all times.

Informal enquiries regarding the post will be welcomed by name, [email protected]

For queries regarding the application form or recruitment process only , please contact Administator isabella.laird@ @lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk stating the job title and reference number in the subject. Please note: all job related queries must be directed to the informal contact noted above.

Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the advert once sufficient applications are received. Please complete and submit your application early.

‘In NHS Lanarkshire we are committed to recruiting a workforce that fully reflects the diverse make-up of our society. A place where every individual can thrive, develop and succeed based on skill, knowledge and talent, regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, care experienced* or any other dimension that can be used to differentiate people from one another.

• Care experienced applicants are people who live/have lived with foster parents/kinship carers or who live/have lived in a residential children’s setting/secure unit.’

Whilst this advertisement may be for a specific post(s) in a particular location, applicants who are shortlisted for interview may be considered for similar vacancies in alternative locations.

NHS Lanarkshire has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any Worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk. Skilled worker Visa and all current immigration rules are available at www.gov.uk

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