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Clerical Officer - Theatre & Inpatient Scheduling Team

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Shrewsbury, SY1 4DP

Salary

£25,272

Contract

Fixed-Term

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

11 September 2026

11 days left

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to play a key role in delivering a high-quality service at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS T...

Based in a busy call centre environment, the department is responsible for managing the bookings of outpatient appointments and procedures.

The successful post holder will work closely with managers and staff at all levels to help develop and maintain a high-quality Patient Access Service.

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Candidate Job Pack.

Our Poppy's Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum of 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications/ experience)

Desirable

  • NVQ level 2 in Business Admin
  • NVQ level 2 in Customer Service

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working within an Administrative setting
  • Experience of working with software programmes
  • Experience of dealing with patients/clients/customers

Desirable

  • Previous NHS Administrative Experience
  • Experience of working within a Call centre

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Computer literate with IT skills e.g. use of Microsoft programmes
  • Evidence of Customer service skills
  • Understanding of NHS Rules and Guidelines (RTT, Access Policy etc)

Desirable

  • Understanding of NHS systems (Careflow - PAS, e-Referrals)

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

28 August 2026

Last checked

31 August 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

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The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

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