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We are looking for a friendly, professional Ward Clerk with a passion for making a difference to others.
You’ll be working 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday 09:00am to 17:00pm) at Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital, helping ensure the smooth and safe management of our care.
Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital is our emergency mental health hospital in Coventry. The service supports adults across three wards to move as quickly and safely as possible to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them.
Our model of care promotes a collaborative approach whereby family, service users, commissioners and carers are all involved in the rehabilitation and recovery of the individual.
Your day-to-day…

  • Assist clinical staff in ward administration
  • Ensuring accurate recording & circulation of information
  • File all patient case notes & conduct regular audits to ensure all paperwork is up to date
  • Complete all ward filing in line with Cygnet policies
  • Answer telephone, cover reception & undertake other administrative duties as required
  • Ensure that reports are submitted on time & that care plans are accurate & up to date
  • Liaise with medical secretaries to ensure timely submission of reports

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
  • £26,520 per year
  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Expert supervision & support
  • Pension scheme
  • “Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount saving

You are…
  • Experienced in administration in a fast-paced hospital environment
  • Organised, diligent & can strictly adhere to processes & procedures
  • Knowledgeable of mental health & patient confidentiality issues
  • Skilled at inputting, pulling & analysing data using Microsoft Excel
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, etc
  • An excellent verbal & written communicator with strong interpersonal skills
  • Able to swiftly solve problems & work under pressure without compromising quality
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
What next?
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