Ward Clerk - Tullamore

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Role Overview

We are currently recruiting a Ward Clerk to join a busy team in Tullamore. The purpose of this role is to provide essential clerical and administrative support to the ward, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and high-quality patient care.

• Maintain patient records in a timely, accurate, and comprehensive manner, ensuring they are available when required.
• Track, input, and update all patient records and information consistently.
• Ensure the bed management system corresponds accurately with daily ward layout.
• Book ambulance transport for patients attending appointments and discharges.
• Manage patient discharge letters, forwarding them to GPs and filing them in patient charts.
• Handle post collection and distribution to relevant departments.
• Answer telephones and respond to queries in a professional manner.
• Perform general office duties including typing, photocopying, filing, and folder management.
• Record patient admissions and discharges daily, ensuring data accuracy.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with GDPR at all times.

• Previous clerical/administrative experience is essential.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Previous healthcare administration experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• High attention to detail with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and general IT systems.
• Immediate availability desirable.

How to Apply

Please upload your CV using the link below.