Emergency Department Receptionist

Overview

Do you have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, lots of initiative, drive and enthusiasm and a real desire to be part of a consistently developing service? Then read on!

We are one of the country's leading Major Trauma Centres and, accordingly, always at the forefront of new and exciting opportunities within the NHS. We are also one of the busiest departments in the North West and see over 100,000 new patients per year. Supported by an exceptional clinical team of colleagues who work at the forefront of development and innovation, we consistently look at ways of improving current working practices too.

This is an administrative position at a 24/7 facility. Operating within the clearly defined limits of our policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines, you will aid the smooth running of the department and reflect high quality customer care in all your daily activities.

• Aid the smooth running of the department and reflect high quality customer care in daily activities.
• Work on a rota system that can change at short notice due to absences or department needs.

The department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. You will need to be flexible and may be required to work early shifts (approx. 7am to 3pm), late shifts (approx. 2pm to 10pm) or overnight shifts (approx. 9pm to 7.30am).

All training required to undertake the post will be provided, in addition to support for your personal and professional development. Through our appraisal process you will also have the opportunity to access relevant training such as ECDL and NVQ Level 2 in healthcare administration/supervisory skills.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.

We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected and valued at work, and you can bring your whole self to MFT. We offer equal opportunities for everyone and support you with training, development and a caring environment where your health, wellbeing and safety matter.

Most importantly, you will be part of a team where working together and supporting each other is everything. Join us today and help shape the future of our Trust.