Outpatients Administration Assistant – NHS Role (Visa Sponsorship Considered

Location:

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust Salary Band: NHS Band 2

Contract Type:
Full-Time, Permanent Visa Sponsorship:
Skilled Worker Visa considered

The Patient Service Centre Team at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust is currently recruiting Outpatients Assistant Administrators to support our growing services across multiple sites. As part of one of the largest NHS Trusts in England, you will be working in a collaborative, high-impact environment focused on delivering excellent care and service.

This position plays a crucial role in the patient journey, being the first point of contact for patients attending outpatient appointments. If you're detail-oriented, patient-focused, and thrive in a busy, team-based setting, we would love to hear from you.

• Register incoming GP referrals
• Schedule initial patient appointments
• Communicate professionally with patients via phone and email
• Ensure the first point of contact is a positive and supportive experience
• Record accurate data to support hospital targets and funding
• Manage appointment cancellations, rescheduling, and patient queries
• Operate multiple NHS IT systems efficiently

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• Strong communication skills with a patient-first attitude
• Ability to work well in a team and under pressure
• Accurate data entry and strong attention to detail
• Previous administrative experience in a healthcare or high-volume setting is a plus
• Comfortable using multiple digital systems and software tools

About the Trust:

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust provides services across five hospitals and community clinics, serving a population of around 800,000. The Trust’s vision is “great healthcare from great people,” and they are committed to ensuring patients feel cared for, safe, and respected.

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Please note, Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship is only available for Band 5 roles and above. This Band 2 role does not qualify for sponsorship unless the applicant is already in the UK and meets strict internal eligibility criteria. You must declare your visa status in the application form.

• Applications must be written personally by the applicant
• Use of AI-generated content may result in rejection of your application
• Support is available for applicants with declared disabilities

For more information, refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification under “supporting documents” on the NHS Jobs listing.