Medical Secretary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly-motivated medical secretary to join our busy Outpatient Department Team at Victoria Hospital, Wimborne.

You will have excellent communication, I.T. and organisational skills, and previous experience within a medical environment would be desirable. Your work will involve producing medical correspondence for a wide range of medical specialties, and liaising closely with medical and non-medical staff.

You will be able to work confidently and independently without immediate supervision to ensure that all duties are carried out to a high standard.

Main duties of the job

To provide a comprehensive, efficient medical secretary service to visiting clinicians.

To type medical correspondence.

This is a part time post for 15 hours per week working Thursday and Friday. The post holder will be expected to work flexibly and do extra hours when other team members are on annual leave.

Employment in this post requires an Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

About us

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Date posted

30 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£9,628 to £10,269 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-C357.24

Job locations

Victoria Hospital Wimborne

Victoria Rd, Wimborne. BH21 1ER

Wimborne

BH21 1ER


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification

Knowledge, shills and training

Essential

  • RSA level 3 or equivalent in word processing and audio typing.
  • NVQ 3 or equivalent knowledge of office procedures.
  • RSA level 3 or equivalent IT skills
  • Recent experience of working in a comparable role.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Recent previous experience of working within a customer-focused environment
  • Recent experience of arranging meetings and diary management

Desirable

  • Minute taking skills

Personal qualities/attributes

Essential

  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Team working.
  • Able to exercise tact and diplomacy while possessing the ability to analyse situations and provide a resolution.

Business travel

Desirable

  • Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Additional requirements

Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.
Person Specification

Knowledge, shills and training

Essential

  • RSA level 3 or equivalent in word processing and audio typing.
  • NVQ 3 or equivalent knowledge of office procedures.
  • RSA level 3 or equivalent IT skills
  • Recent experience of working in a comparable role.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Recent previous experience of working within a customer-focused environment
  • Recent experience of arranging meetings and diary management

Desirable

  • Minute taking skills

Personal qualities/attributes

Essential

  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Team working.
  • Able to exercise tact and diplomacy while possessing the ability to analyse situations and provide a resolution.

Business travel

Desirable

  • Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Additional requirements

Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Victoria Hospital Wimborne

Victoria Rd, Wimborne. BH21 1ER

Wimborne

BH21 1ER


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Victoria Hospital Wimborne

Victoria Rd, Wimborne. BH21 1ER

Wimborne

BH21 1ER


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Outpatient Supervisor

Jackie Gunningham

jackie.gunningham@nhs.net

01202856468

Date posted

30 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£9,628 to £10,269 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-C357.24

Job locations

Victoria Hospital Wimborne

Victoria Rd, Wimborne. BH21 1ER

Wimborne

BH21 1ER


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