Health Records Administrator

Job information Health Records Administrator from the Company Benenden Hospital Trust, this latest Health Records Administrator job vacancy is located in the city Benenden. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Healthcare field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Description :

We are currently recruiting for a health records administrator working within our patient administration department of the hospital. This is a 22.5 hour vacancy and the working hours are Monday, Tuesday and Friday 0830-1630

About us

At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modern private hospital, which has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and ACSA accreditation for anaesthetics.

Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.

About the role

• Preparing patient records from referral through to procedure and discharge.
• Ensure accurate and prompt filing of health records into the records Library.
• Responsible for adherence to the case notes tracking system at all times.
• Responsible for adhering to correct processes as documented in the departmental standard operational process manual.
• Respond appropriately to Subject Access Requests in accordance with legislation and hospital policy/guidelines.
• Carry out general administrative duties, including preparing and supporting clinicians and others with audit programmes.
• Communicating with patients and other stakeholders verbally and in writing and when required, using tact, and always maintaining confidentiality.
• There will be a frequent requirement for light physical exertion for short periods, for instance moving patient case note files or equipment.
• The postholder will perform other duties appropriate to the role and may be required to assist the Health Records Administration Team Leader.

Skills and experience required

Proven Knowledge, Training & Experience

Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience.

Relevant experience in healthcare administration.

Excellent IT skills with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and databases.

Proven ability to undertake multiple tasks under pressure.

Skills and Competencies

Effective verbal communication using tact and diplomacy

Excellent written skills

Strong prioritisation skills

Strong patient-focussed approach

Personal Attributes

Methodical in approach and pays attention to detail.

Organised.

Flexible, adaptable, and open to change.

Good team player.

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Benefits include

• Competitive salaries
• 27 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
• Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%
• Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities
• Excellent Life Assurance benefit
• Free parking
• Subsidised eye tests
• Free Flu vaccinations
• Subsidised on site Restaurant

“I love working at Benenden Hospital, it’s a beautiful location in the countryside”, “the whole organisation is supportive”, “it’s the team, the team are amazing”, “Benenden is a bit like a family”, “the whole atmosphere is brilliant”

These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.

How to apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please complete our application form.

Then please send this application form, and your most up to date CV to kentcareers@benenden.org.uk

Closing Date: 7th September

Please note this vacancy may close prior to the closing date without notice, If a sufficient number of applications are received

Claire Coupe – Resourcing Officer will then be in touch to discuss further.

Together, we work hard to maintain a safe, comfortable, patient-focused environment for the people in our care. All our vacancies are therefore subject to either a Standard or an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service as well as satisfactory reference checks. These procedures need to be completed before all new member of staff can join the hospital.

In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we have implemented a Privacy Notice to inform you, as prospective employees of Benenden Hospital Trust, of the types of data we process about you. Please visit our Careers page to read our Privacy Notice

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