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University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust

4d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Accounting & Tax
  • Lancaster

AI generated summary

  • You must manage accounts and banking, ensure patient property safety, handle petty cash and travel expenses, support office services, manage mail and bleep repairs, and assist with car parking administration.
  • You will manage accounts, ensure patient property safekeeping, handle petty cash and travel reimbursements, support office services, oversee mail and bleep repairs, and assist with car parking administration.

Requirements

  • - Act as part of the General Office team ensuring systems concerning accounts, collection and the banking of income are operated in compliance with Trust Standing Financial Instructions. This includes banking monies to ensure the relevant timescales are adhered to and, that adequate funds are available for petty cash payment.
  • - The safe keeping of patients’ property and monies, including monthly reviews of the patient property, liaising with patients, patients’ relatives, wards and departments where appropriate.
  • - Re-imbursements of petty cash to staff and payment of patient travel expenses in accordance with the NHS Hospital Travel Costs Scheme.
  • - Provide support to General Office services including, ordering stocks and supplies and, maintenance of the photocopying machine.
  • - Franking and recording of mail, including monitoring of postal funds, franking machine maintenance and, ordering consumables and reporting faults.
  • - Arranging and recording bleep repairs and checking invoices.
  • - Assist with the administration of car parking and site security including, updating details on the car park databases and the pay on foot system, liaison with car park patrol staff, providing and, dealing with general enquiries and complaints.

Responsibilities

  • - Act as part of the General Office team ensuring systems concerning accounts, collection and the banking of income are operated in compliance with Trust Standing Financial Instructions. This includes banking monies to ensure the relevant timescales are adhered to and, that adequate funds are available for petty cash payment.
  • - The safe keeping of patients’ property and monies, including monthly reviews of the patient property, liaising with patients, patients’ relatives, wards and departments where appropriate.
  • - Re-imbursements of petty cash to staff and payment of patient travel expenses in accordance with the NHS Hospital Travel Costs Scheme.
  • - Provide support to General Office services including, ordering stocks and supplies and, maintenance of the photocopying machine.
  • - Franking and recording of mail, including monitoring of postal funds, franking machine maintenance and, ordering consumables and reporting faults.
  • - Arranging and recording bleep repairs and checking invoices.
  • - Assist with the administration of car parking and site security including, updating details on the car park databases and the pay on foot system, liaison with car park patrol staff, providing and, dealing with general enquiries and complaints.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Facilities Officer position?

The job description does not specify particular qualifications, but it emphasizes the need for organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and effective communication skills. Relevant experience in administrative support or cashiering may be beneficial.

What are the main responsibilities of the Facilities Officer?

The main responsibilities include providing cashiering services, managing patient property, processing reimbursements, supporting general office services, handling mail and postal services, arranging bleep repairs, and assisting with car parking and site security administration.

Is there any supervision in this role?

This role may occasionally involve working without direct supervision, so the ability to prioritize your own workload is essential.

Will I receive training for this position?

Yes, new appointees will complete a satisfactory 6-month probationary period, which serves as an opportunity to become familiar with the role and working environment.

Who do I contact for more information regarding the position?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Gavin Darby, Patient Services Manager, via email at gavin.darby@mbht.nhs.uk or by telephone at 07970782151. Contact is available Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 16:30.

Where will I be working?

The Facilities Officer will work across several sites, including Furness General Hospital (FGH), Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), Westmorland General Hospital (WGH), and various community healthcare premises.

What is the work environment like?

The work environment involves a small team in the General Office, supporting various administrative and cashiering tasks across different hospital and community sites.

Are there any specific policies I need to be aware of?

Yes, the work must comply with the Trust Standing Financial Instructions regarding accounts, collection, and banking of income.

Is part of the job about liaising with patients?

Yes, the Facilities Officer will need to liaise with patients, their relatives, and various wards and departments regarding the safekeeping of patients’ property and reimbursement of travel expenses.

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMBT) delivers comprehensive healthcare services across the Morecambe Bay area, including acute, elective, and emergency care. Their ultimate mission is to provide outstanding, compassionate care to improve the health and well-being of their community. Their purpose is to ensure high-quality treatment and support, promote health and wellness, and continuously enhance patient experiences through excellence in clinical practice and innovation.