Job Description
Awarded a fixed-term 12 month contract, the successful Ward Clerk will provide administrative support to the Day Services Area, including Day Surgery Unit and First Floor, at UPMC Aut Even Hospital.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Admissions and Communication
o Meet and greet patients and visitors in a professional manner.
o Maintain open communication with the nurse in charge on a daily basis.
o Handle all telephone calls to the department efficiently and direct them to relevant personnel.
2. Medical Chart Management
o Ensure the day-to-day maintenance of patient medical notes.
o Follow up on reports, file test results in patients' charts, and maintain confidentiality in accordance with hospital policy.
3. Office Management Duties
o Perform ward reception duties and maintain an adequate stationery supply for clinical areas.
o Distribute post and redirect mail as necessary.
o Complete fortnightly payroll timesheets and ensure Theatre Lists are up to date.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Hold a relevant third-level qualification.
* Have excellent administrative, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
* Possess knowledge of general office procedures and a minimum of two years' relevant work experience.
About UPMC:
UPMC is a $26 billion healthcare provider and insurer inventing new models of patient-centred, cost-effective, accountable care. With operations in Ireland since 2006, UPMC provides high-quality healthcare services through its hospitals, clinics, and outreach centres.