Job summary
The role of the Medical Secretary within the Practice is to provide administrative and clerical support, processing outgoing referrals from the Clinical team. You will provide general assistance to the
Practice team, adhere to policies and procedures. You will be responsibility for effective
communication between patients, primary and secondary
care teams, as well as other agencies. You will need a working knowledge of NHS services, specialist clinics, referral criteria and how to access services locally. You will have GP surgery experience, a strong working knowledge of confidentiality, advanced IT skills, excellent written and verbal communication.
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities include typing of letters and referrals dictated by the clinical team. Organising referrals using the NHS e-referral system, including C the signs. Responding to tasks, expediting appointments or chasing results as required. Communicating updates directly with patients and members of the Practice team. Other responsibilities including organising movement of medical records, support with medical reports, summarising, safeguarding and workflow.
About us
About Us: The Panton Practice is a large GP
practice dedicated to serving a diverse population of 16,600 patients. Our team
is comprised of experienced professionals, including GP Partners, Salaried
GPs, Nurse Practitioners, Paramedic Practitioners, Practice Nurses, and our
invaluable Reception and Admin team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description
The role of the Medical Secretary within the Practice is to provide administrative and clerical support, processing outgoing referrals from the Clinical team. You will provide general assistance to the Practice team, adhere to policies and procedures. You will be responsibility for effective communication between patients, primary and secondary care teams, as well as other agencies. You will need a working knowledge of NHS services, specialist clinics, referral criteria and how to access services locally. You will have GP surgery experience, a strong working knowledge of confidentiality, advanced IT skills, excellent written and verbal communication.
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities include typing of letters and referrals dictated by the clinical team. Organising referrals using the NHS e-referral system, including C the signs. Responding to tasks, expediting appointments or chasing results as required. Communicating updates directly with patients and members of the Practice team. Other responsibilities including organising movement of medical records, support with medical reports, summarising, safeguarding and workflow.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Description
The role of the Medical Secretary within the Practice is to provide administrative and clerical support, processing outgoing referrals from the Clinical team. You will provide general assistance to the Practice team, adhere to policies and procedures. You will be responsibility for effective communication between patients, primary and secondary care teams, as well as other agencies. You will need a working knowledge of NHS services, specialist clinics, referral criteria and how to access services locally. You will have GP surgery experience, a strong working knowledge of confidentiality, advanced IT skills, excellent written and verbal communication.
Main duties of the job
Key responsibilities include typing of letters and referrals dictated by the clinical team. Organising referrals using the NHS e-referral system, including C the signs. Responding to tasks, expediting appointments or chasing results as required. Communicating updates directly with patients and members of the Practice team. Other responsibilities including organising movement of medical records, support with medical reports, summarising, safeguarding and workflow.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GSCE or equivalent qualifications
- Recent Primary care experience
Desirable
- Working knowledge of SystmOne
Experience
Essential
- GP surgery experience
- Medical Secretary role
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GSCE or equivalent qualifications
- Recent Primary care experience
Desirable
- Working knowledge of SystmOne
Experience
Essential
- GP surgery experience
- Medical Secretary role
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.
