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#Careerforlife Job overview We are after a dynamic, fun, hardworking individuals to join our team, as a CALLEEAST Call Handler
CallEEAST provides a 24/7 non-emergency call handling service which includes Patient Transport Eligibility Screening, Telephone Answering Doctors Line , Message handling for Community Nursing and Midwifery Services. Please note that although we are part of the Ambulance Service, this position is NOT for a 999 Call Handler. Main duties of the job The role of the Call Handler will be to answer operational calls that come into the contact centre. The call handler will provide accurate assistance over the telephone using the appropriate software/triaging tools. If necessary, put the caller in touch with other Service Providers, as appropriate. The position will require interaction not only with the public but also other healthcare professionals, emergency services and community organisations. Working for our organisation You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.
At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.
We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests Detailed job description and main responsibilities For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.
Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Other duties/responsibilities include:
Ensure ICT systems are used appropriately, and report systems failures to the Contact Centre Supervisor. In the event of a systems failure all staff are required to initiate any appropriate steps in line with standard operating procedures, to support the Contact Centre in maintaining business continuity.
To be familiar with a manual method of logging calls on the appropriate forms when electronic methods are unavailable or inappropriate.
To produce, maintain and collate appropriate control records, complying with administrative procedures in accordance with Trust policy.
To take charge of an incoming call; managing patients, relatives, and the general public in a calm professional manner and treating them with dignity and respect at all times.
Be able to (and be able to recognise the need to), modify and adapt methods of communication to account for the differing needs of patients and callers especially in stressful and difficult situations.
Ensure polite, efficient and appropriate communications exist at all times with their clients, , relatives, purchasers, medical and other NHS emergency service personnel.
Deal with highly emotional, verbally aggressive, abusive or threatening callers and defuse such situations when appropriate, often under difficult and hostile circumstances.
To communicate efficiently and effectively with patients, relatives and the general public where there are barriers to communication such as language or noise, using persuasive skills where appropriate.
To provide the caller with pre-arrival instructions, utilising and complying with, clinical triage protocols.
Dealing with distressed patients and relatives, including traumatic situations such as death.
Please see Job Description for full details of the role. Person specification Knowledge and Experience Essential criteria Experience of Contact Centre Desirable criteria Experience of working in a HCP organisation Personal Aptitude Essential criteria Ability to work under pressure in stressful environment
Ability to communicate clearly/concisely Desirable criteria Commitment to providing excellent customer service -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Candidates who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the United Kingdom can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position by assessing their circumstances against the criteria specified on the Check if you need a UK visa - website. We encourage all applicants to review these criteria carefully to understand their eligibility for sponsorship.
References and Employment History: All references from current and previous employers, will be sought via their Human Resources Department and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and email address of the Human Resources Department and indicate your current/previous line manager and their departmental details.
All appointments will be subject to currently having a clean disciplinary record.
Please be advised that a No Smoking Policy is in operation throughout the Trust.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme - Under the Trust's commitment 'Positive about Disabled People', if you consider yourself as having a disability and you meet the minimum selection criteria for any post, you will get an automatic interview. By minimum selection criteria we mean that you must provide us with evidence in your application form which demonstrates the essential requirements as set out in the person specification and advertisement for a post.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications, regardless of age, race, religion & belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity or disability.
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