Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our supportive, well established & high performing Acute Care Unit administration team. 

The Acute Care Unit Administration team

Contributes to the delivery of outstanding patient care by:

·         Maintaining a professional image.

·         Providing efficient administration support to the Care Unit.

·         Liaising with patients, outside agencies and other services / departments within the Trust in a professional manner.

·         Working effectively as a team using good communication and problem-solving skills.

·         Always maintaining confidentiality.

Main duties of the job

The role of  Clinical Administration Officers (CAOs) provide a range of administrative support services to a group of consultant medical staff and/or other senior members of Division teams. They are expected to have advanced skills commensurate with their responsibilities. They will work substantially independently, providing support of the highest quality, and taking leadership in their professional areas.

Working for our organisation

Our new Urgent and Emergency Care Department opened in Summer 2023 and has been designed to give the best possible care to patients. The £27m department, which is based in a state-of-the-art was operationally opened on 21 June 2023, and officially opened on 12 July.  

With its innovative approach to patient flow, high-spec equipment, ultra-modern technology and a real grounding in the community through the locally sourced artwork and wayfinding is a redefining jewel in Chesterfield’s crown but it’s vital that people only visit if they truly need to.

Chesterfield Royal Hospital offers a wide range of exciting and rewarding opportunities for people who are passionate about providing exceptional patient care.   Our People Plan shows how and why Chesterfield Royal Hospital is a great place to work. Our plan sets out our current position and outlines our priorities and the improvement actions that will help us achieve our strategic aim of supporting and developing our colleagues.

The benefits we can provide you:

A wide range of support including access to our Employee Assistance Programme, financial support and other support provided by Joined Up Care Derbyshire. Read more about our Health and Wellbeing Offer.

An onsite wellbeing hub accessible to all staff which includes a fully equipped gym, showers, classes, and onsite counselling.

A range of learning and development courses to help you grow in your career.