Job summary
The HR team at WHTH are recruiting to this permanent, full-time post based at Watford General Hospital.
The role is a fast past entry-level position within a team that has a proven track-record of promoting and developing its team members.
This role is suitable for entry-level administrators, aspiring for a career in Human Resources.
*Please note interviews will be held on Friday 5th July*
*Please the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this role*
Main duties of the job
The postholder is primarily responsible for the administration and onboarding of temporary medical staff, but is expected to provide support to the Team in respect of the wider remit of the Medical Resourcing team as required.
The successful applicant will be expected to develop a wide base of HR knowledge, the ability to provide excellent customer-focussed service and performance against tight deadlines. The role requires a highly organised and motivated individual, with an ability to effectively prioritise tasks and work effectively in a team environment.
About us
There has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.
The trust has recently gained ‘teaching hospital’ status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.
We are a flexible working employer
At West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.
https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/
We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.
We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Medical Resourcing Assistant role works as part of the Medical Resourcing Team and is specifically responsible for the booking and administration of temporary staffing requests relating to medical staff. This is a high priority service provided to all Divisions within WHHT.
The postholder will also be responsible for various HR related queries and administrative duties, in line with the service provided by the Medical Resourcing team. The post holder will need to liaise with HR colleagues, Trust management, Divisional Management teams, temporary staffing agencies, medical staff, NHS Professionals, WHHT Procurement team and general Trust staff in order to discharge their duties.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Minimum 5 GCSE’s Grade C (or equivalent) including English and Maths.
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.
Desirable
- Working towards CIPD qualification
- Administration qualification, i.e., NVQ 3 or equivalent, RSA, ECDL or CLAIT
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate in Microsoft Office Suite
Desirable
- Knowledge of ESR or equivalent HR database
- Knowledge of Medical and Dental terms and conditions of service.
- Knowledge of Medical Staffing.
- Knowledge of Junior Doctor rotas and rota software packages e.g. Allocate
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a busy office environment
- Experience of working within HR
- Experience with IT packages, including Word and Excel.
- Experience of working in a customer facing and target driven environment
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS
- Experience of onboarding processes
- Experienced in handling confidential information and awareness of GDPR.
Skills and ability
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills
- Able to effectively prioritise and manage own workload to meet deadlines.
- Ability to produce accurate work under pressure
- Willing to learn and progress
Desirable
- Able to work independently as required on multiple and complex issues
Personal qualities
Essential
- Self-motivated, flexible and confident
- Team player
- Demonstrates tact, diplomacy and understanding
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
