Bank Clinical Administrator
Phyllis Tuckwell Memorial Hospice Ltd
Farnham, GU9 8BL · GUILDFORD, GU2 7WWView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£14.60
Contract
Bank
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
4 October 2026
4 days leftJob description
Phyllis Tuckwell is looking to appoint a Bank Clinical Administrator within our friendly and supportive Clinical Administration team, based at our sit...
We are
based in Farnham and Guildford, and provide bespoke, compassionate palliative
and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness,
across West Surrey and North-East Hampshire.
Phyllis Tuckwell is a very special place to work. Our staff make a real difference to the lives
of our patients and their loved ones, providing outstanding care at a time that
really matters. Our Clinical Administrators
are pivotal in helping deliver our vital services, ensuring every day is
precious for our patients.
The impact of our services on the lives of our patients and their
https: //www.pth.org.uk/our-care/helpful-information/patient-stories/
We are committed to
creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and
equality at its core. We are an equal opportunities employer, who values
and respects our employees unique knowledge, skills and experiences. We
warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. All
appointments are made following a fair and equitable process, based on merit,
job requirements and business need.
JOB DESCRIPTION Bank Clinical Administrator
Post: Bank Clinical
Accountable
to: Clinical
Purpose: To provide efficient, effective and responsive secretarial and
administrative support to the members of the Multidisciplinary Clinical Team,
particularly the Advice and Referral Team, in line with PT strategy.
1.0 Clinical
1.1
work with specific members of the multidisciplinary clinical team, as agreed
with the Clinical Administration Manager.
1.2
maintain effective internal communications across the Clinical Administration
Team at all sites and other PT departments.
1.3
maintain effective external communications with healthcare professionals from
other organisations, patients, patient families and carers.
1.4
ensure patient information is held in a secure and confidential manner in line
with PT guidelines.
1.5
ensure patients records are kept correct and up-to-date. To assist with Access
to Healthcare Records requests, in line with policy and procedure.
1.6
provide telephone support to clinical teams, dealing professionally and
sensitively to enquiries from a range of sources. Ensure messages are flagged with the
appropriate clinical team and recorded in clinical software, concisely,
accurately and in a timely manner.
1.7
undertake various tasks for the clinical teams and using appropriate systems,
ensuring high quality and accuracy.
1.8
Be
a point of reference for other PT staff and volunteers.
2.0 Professional
2.1
adhere to the PT policy in relation to confidentiality, with specific reference
to the Data Protection Act.
2.2
report any breakdowns in the system or equipment to the Maintenance Department
or via the IT Helpdesk.
2.3
be aware of and adhere to all the relevant policies and procedures, with
special reference to Health and Safety in the workplace.
2.4
work as an integral part of the Clinical Administration Team, being sensitive
to the needs of the whole team and supportive of other team members and PT
service needs.
2.5
may specialise in one or more of the following areas In-Patient Unit, Hospice
at Home, Living Well or Patient and Family Services. When working at the Beacon you may be
required to help with additional duties, such as reception and maintenance
tasks.
3.0 Training and Development
a) Team
3.1
share best practice with colleagues, especially in relation to new approaches
to work.
3.2
contribute to the effective development of the Clinical Administration Team.
3.3
actively contribute and suggest on how improvements could be made to improve
processes and workload, working closely with the Clinical Administration
Manager.
3.4
be able to work flexibly across all clinical areas to ensure continuity of
service, in respect of colleagues being on annual leave, sick leave etc.
b)
Personal
3.5
actively look for new opportunities and areas for self-development using the PT
annual performance review system to ensure skills are kept relevant and up to
date.
3.6
develop effective relationships with colleagues and be aware of personal style.
3.7
keep Training Tracker modules completion up-to-date.
3.8
attend all in-house training day including mandatory and compulsory updates.
4.
holders are required to understand their responsibilities in the safeguarding
context, ensuring that Phyllis Tuckwell reduces the risk of harm or abuse of
adults and children at risk.
You are required to
adhere to Phyllis Tuckwells
Safeguarding Policy (held on the NEST), which supports the local authoritys
multi agency safeguarding policy, the law (Care Act 2014) and Mental Capacity
Act 2005 (including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards).
inform the appropriate PT
professional where there is concern that an adult or child may be at risk of
harm, abuse, or neglect.
Phyllis Tuckwell is committed to an Equal Opportunities
approach, valuing, and respecting everyone as individuals, with diverse
opinions, cultures, lifestyles, and circumstances.
job description is underpinned by Phyllis Tuckwells philosophy, culture, and
core values, which actively embrace diversity and inclusion and promotes total
team spirit.
job description is current and subject to yearly review in consultation with
the jobholder. It is liable to reflect and anticipate necessary changes
to support the PT strategy.
- Holiday pay, accrued in line with hours worked (1 hour for every 8.28 hours worked)
- Continuation of NHS Pension for current members or Phyllis Tuckwell Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to 7.5%)
- Health Cash Plan Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Clinical Supervision
Excellent Career Development
- Skill Development and Training
- Professional Growth
- Upskilling
- Diverse Training Courses
- Equal Opportunities employer
- Flexible hours and flexible working
- Supportive colleagues
- 97% of our staff are proud to work for Phyllis Tuckwell*
- Phyllis Tuckwell Birdsong Hospice staff survey 2023
For further
information regarding the role please contact Maria Aziz, Beacon Centre Manager
on maria.aziz@pth.org.uk or phone 01252
729404.
Alternatively contact
Julia Edwards, Clinical Administration Manager on julia.edwards@pth.org.uk or phone 01252 729443
informal visits are encouraged.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process email HR: recruitment@pth.org.uk
Interviews to be held: Tuesday 13th or Thursday 15th
October 2026.
We reserve the right to close the role ahead of the closing date should
sufficient applications be received. Your early response is therefore
encouraged.
Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and therefore
are unable to provide sponsorship.
This post
is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Team Working
Essential
- Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as part of the clinical administration team and with the wider Phyllis Tuckwell team including volunteers
- Able to work on own initiative, prioritise workload and consistently meet deadlines
- Ability to work on own in times of reduced staffing
Risk Management
Essential: - Have an awareness of risk management
Experience
Essential
- Experience as an administrator, secretary or equivalent (preferably in a clinical setting)
- Proven organisational and time management skills
- Accurate typing skills
- Ability to consistently produce accurate work, efficiently
Qualifications
Essential: - English GCSE - minimum C grade; - Good general education
Using Information and Systems
Essential
- Computer literate with proven knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook
- Ability to use internet
- Experience in using a patient administration databases (preferable)
- Confidence and ability to take on new challenges and learn new computer skills as needed
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic, flexible and positive attitude to work
- Able to remain calm and productive whilst under pressure
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively with requests which may be highly emotive and relate to distressing circumstances
- Awareness of the care provided by Phyllis Tuckwell, to patients and their families and friends
Relationship, Written and Oral Communications
Essential
- Approachable and adaptable
- High standards of integrity and reliability
- Proven communication and interpersonal skills, including excellent telephone skills, with a variety of people internally and externally
- Clear and concise written style
- High standards of accuracy
How to apply
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First seen
23 September 2026
Last checked
25 September 2026
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