Job summary
To provide a first class, comprehensive secretarial service to a large teamof local Consultant Medical Staff and to facilitate effective communication between medical teams at the South East Wales centre.
To actively participate in the planning and implementation of all reading and assessment clinics held at the South East Wales Breast Screening Centre in Cardiff. Providing non clinical advice and information over the telephone, in Welsh or English, to service user, their families or carers.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and experienced Medical Secretary. The post holder will be required to provide a comprehensive secretarial service to the local clinical team. Planning and supporting the assessment pathway, including processing assessment clinics, typing clinic letters, recording clinical data and creating electronic treatment referrals.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a keen eye for detail, have excellent written and oral communication skills, accurate audio and copy typing skills, high level organisational skills.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified individuals to work within Breast Test Wales, Cardiff.
The full details of the role and person specification are attached.
Should you wish to discuss the post prior to application, please contact Linda Williams on 02920 787808 or via email on Linda.williams74@wales.nhs.uk
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales. Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.
To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RSA Word Processing Level 2 or equivalent
Desirable
- RSA Word Processing Level 3 or equivalent
- AMSPAR Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous medical secretary experience
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS
- Experience of working in a specialist breast unit.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to prioritise work
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
- Team player
- Audio typing
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of broad range of medical terminology
- Knowledge of a range of IT packages e.g. Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Access
Desirable
- Knowledge of breast screening
- Knowledge of National Breast Screening System database
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
- Motivated / Enthusiastic
- Attention to detail
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RSA Word Processing Level 2 or equivalent
Desirable
- RSA Word Processing Level 3 or equivalent
- AMSPAR Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Previous medical secretary experience
Desirable
- Experience of working within the NHS
- Experience of working in a specialist breast unit.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to prioritise work
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
- Team player
- Audio typing
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of broad range of medical terminology
- Knowledge of a range of IT packages e.g. Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Access
Desirable
- Knowledge of breast screening
- Knowledge of National Breast Screening System database
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
- Motivated / Enthusiastic
- Attention to detail
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).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
