Ward Clerk - Stroke Unit

This Ward Clerk post sits on the Stroke Unit of University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust, supporting the day-to-day running of a busy ward. The work involves liaising with teams across the Trust, arranging safe discharges from hospital and keeping patients and their families informed. The role is fast-paced and works closely with the multidisciplinary team, and it includes weekend and Monday shifts within a seven-day service.

Fit depends on strong communication, calm working under pressure and accurate records kept under information governance.

• Support the day-to-day running of the ward
• Facilitate safe discharges from hospital
• Liaise with teams throughout the Trust
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to keep the ward service and care running smoothly
• Communicate with patients, their friends and family
• Keep clear records in line with information governance
• Work Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays as part of the seven-day service

• GCSE numeracy and literacy, or equivalent

• Excellent communication skills, including telephone
• Organisational skills
• Good IT and general computer literacy
• Knowledge of data protection and confidentiality
• Understanding of equality and diversity rights

• Understanding of personal accountability and awareness of own limitations
• Strong team player
• Able to work on own initiative
• Able to work at pace and under pressure while remaining calm
• Able to speak English as necessary for the role

• ECAMIS/SYMPHONY experience
• Awareness of medical records management