Ward Clerk


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£25,760 - £27,476
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Oxford, OX3 7LE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Aug 2026
Closing date:	17 Aug 2026

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Summary

Following patient discharge, ensure that all medical/nursing notes arecomplete, filed in the correct order and coded as per unit policy. This willinclude, for out of area patients, sending a copy of the discharge letter andother relevant medical notes to their local Hospital/clinical team. Ensure that transport for any discharges is booked on line (if SCAS) at least24 hours an advance. Be a ward expert for transport booking ensuring thatthe nursing staff are able to book and check journeys. Liaise with other departments within the hospital to book any requestedinvestigations and/or transportation from hospital or between departments. Book patients follow-up appointments and maintain a record of allappointments made. Provide cover for other ward clerks during periods of leave and absence. Perform any other duties appropriate to the grade and objective of the post asdirected by the Ward Manager. To participate in the induction and training of new members of staff within theteam. Liaise closely with the coordinator of each shift with regards to admissionsand discharges. Liaising with the coders to ensure all coding of discharged patients iscompleted . Distributing and redirecting mail as required Issuing car parking forms for patients and relatives as appropriate. Acquire, maintain and improve the knowledge and skills required to performthe role, undertaking in-house training as agreed with the departmentmanager.

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