Ward Clerk - Critical Care

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
- Ward Clerk
- Critical Care

Closing date: 02 July 2026

We have an exciting opportunity for a ward clerk in Critical Care. We’re looking for an organised and highly motivated individual who can work autonomously as well as part of a wider multidisciplinary team. You’ll be able to maintain confidentiality, demonstrate excellent typing/IT skills and communicate effectively.

The main focus of this role is to welcome patients and visitors at the reception area of the unit, answering appropriate questions and providing any relevant information in a sensitive manner, referring to qualified members of the team as necessary, undertake clerical and administrative duties on behalf of the ward and liaise with individual team members and other departments as required, in a manner that will contribute to the effective and efficient running of the Critical Care Unit.

What we can offer you in return:

• Training and development opportunities
• A friendly, supportive team
• Enhanced annual leave
• Discounts at selected restaurants/retailers

Base location: UHD
- Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview date: 8th July 2026

For UHD employees, this fixed‑term post will be offered as a secondment in line with the Trust's Secondment Policy. Please speak with your line manager before applying.

Qualifications

• Basic keyboard skills

Experience

• Experience working with members of the public
• Clerical experience
• Experience of working in a health care organisation
• Ability to work in a busy environment
• Ability to prioritise work
• Ability to demonstrate initiative

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.