Medical Records Officer (Bank) in Blackburn

Medical Records Officer (Bank)
The Beardwood Hospital
Bank Shifts
Salary: £12.71 per hour

We have an opportunity for a Medical Records Officer to join their team of staff in the Administration department.

• Prepare patient records for upcoming clinics, admissions, investigations, and procedures.
• Ensure all required documentation (e.g., consent forms, test results, referral letters) is accurately filed and accessible for clinical teams.
• Maintain and update both paper and electronic records in accordance with data protection policies and hospital procedures.
• Locate and retrieve patient notes efficiently when requested by clinical, admin, or legal teams.
• Log and track movement of physical records across departments using tracking systems.
• Ensure records are returned promptly, correctly filed, and stored securely.

This is a bank role working on an "as and when required" basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

• Previous administrative experience, ideally in a healthcare or records-focused role.
• Good understanding of confidentiality, GDPR, and information governance.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage time and priorities effectively.
• Comfortable working with IT systems and databases.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and respectful manner.