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Main duties of the job
Open and prioritise incoming post as Standard Operating Procedure.
Make and receive telephone calls and fax correspondence as directed.
To provide administrative support service to the department including inputting of data.
Maintain department databases and spreadsheets as appropriate
Effective liaison with relevant wards and departments within the hospital and other providers associated with the department to ensure a prompt and effective communication system.
To provide a welcoming and professional approach to all members of the public and staff attending the department.
Undertake general office duties including, answering the telephone, meet and greet, photocopying, faxing and filing.
Communicate department information to the management team as required.
Ensure that up-to-date written and electronic records are maintained in accordance with professional and Trust standards
Keep up-to-date with any computerised systems introduced and attend any training required.
Deputise for other team members during periods of absence.
Participate in annual appraisal. Identify and action own development needs and establish personal supervision/mentorship.
Participate in all mandatory training as required by the Trust.
We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Details
Date posted
22 July 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
331-7936068-UHMB
Job locations
Furness General Hospital
Dalton Road
Barrow in Furness
LA14 4LF
United Kingdom
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person Specification
Shortlisting
Essential
Desirable
Person Specification
Shortlisting
Essential
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Address
Furness General Hospital
Dalton Road
Barrow in Furness
LA14 4LF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust
Address
Furness General Hospital
Dalton Road
Barrow in Furness
LA14 4LF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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