Ward Clerk – Health Records

Job Description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

Please note that we can not provide sponsorship for this post.

The role:

You will support effective clinical care by providing an efficient Health Records service to patients within a ward environment. You will ensure patients’ health records are administered and processed accurately while maintaining strict confidentiality.

You will also provide cover across multiple wards as required. Your duties will include welcoming patients, answering telephone enquiries, booking appointments, and maintaining accurate demographic information on the patient management system.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• This is a permanent position working part time hours (9)
• These hours will be worked Saturday 08:00-18:00
• You will be based at Royal Hospital for Children
• Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours.

Key responsibilities:

You will support effective clinical care by providing an efficient Health Records service to patients in a ward environment. You will ensure patients’ health records are administered and processed accurately and remain confidential.

You will provide cover across multiple wards as required and will be expected to undertake duties including the reception of patients, answering telephone calls, appointment booking, and maintaining demographic information on the patient management system.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Previous clerical and/or reception experience is essential.
• Experience of working with the general public in a customer service environment.
• Good organisational, keyboard, and communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of computer systems.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.