2746 - Medical Secretary

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

Barnsley Hospital are seeking an experienced medical secretary to support the general surgery services. This is both a demanding and rewarding role and it is essential that the successful applicant is able to work effectively as part of the team, supporting and assisting colleagues, whilst prioritising and managing a diverse workload.

The post holder will be responsible for the effective provision of a comprehensive secretarial/administrative service to a team of consultants, middle grade doctors, junior doctors and nursing teams in general surgery.

Previous medical secretarial experience and knowledge of medical terminology would be preferred, but is not essential.

The general surgery team at Barnsley is made up of a diverse, welcoming team of medics, nurses and administrative personnel who provide a high quality of care for patients and service users in Barnsley.

This role is suited to somebody who is looking for a highly rewarding role where you work closely with patients and hospital staff.

Barnsley Hospital is dedicated to fostering an environment of respect, teamwork and diversity. These are values that are shared by the general surgery team.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will act as the focal point of contact and be responsible for the dissemination of information, messages and enquiries for the medical team, liaising with multi-disciplinary team members, as well as other health professionals/staff both internally and externally.

The medical secretary post is responsible for transcribing audio files accurately using digital dictation, within the Trust timeframes, including any additional tasks e.g. follow up appointments, letters to other professionals etc.

Successful candidates will have good communication skills, be organised and work well as part of a team. Post holders are expected to have a flexible and "can do" approach in ensuring the work of the department is carried out to the required high standards.

The role is varied and requires proven admin experience with excellent IT skills including very good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 package. The post holder will need to have high level of communication skills, an eye for detail and an ability to self-manage competing priorities daily. This can be a fast-paced role and can provide the right candidate with a fantastic opportunity to take on new skills, knowledge and experiences which can help support further career progression. The posts offer an excellent opportunity to develop and gain desirable skills.

This is a 30 hour post, working hours can be flexible depending on the needs of the service and post holder.

About us

Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.

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Date posted

07 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

C9163-2746E-10-24

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Word Processing experience with Word for Windows
  • Extensive previous clerical or typing experience

Desirable

  • Minute taking experience
  • Experience of working within the NHS
  • PAS training including Case Note tracker training.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to empathise.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to deal with complaints over the telephone.
  • Ability to liaise and communicate at all levels.
  • Ability to prioritise own workload.
  • Methodical and systematic worker
  • A good standard of written and oral communication skills
  • Good team worker

Desirable

  • Shorthand

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ level 3 Administration or equivalent qualification
  • Audio typing stage II
  • Educated to O level/GCSE standard or equivalent. (Grade A-C)

Desirable

  • ECDL or equivalent
  • RSA Stage III typing

Value-based questions

Essential

  • In around 100 words, what motivates you to do a good job?
  • In around 100 words, how do you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within the team?

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

  • Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
  • Understanding of the need for confidentiality.
  • Awareness of health and safety requirements.
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Word Processing experience with Word for Windows
  • Extensive previous clerical or typing experience

Desirable

  • Minute taking experience
  • Experience of working within the NHS
  • PAS training including Case Note tracker training.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to empathise.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to deal with complaints over the telephone.
  • Ability to liaise and communicate at all levels.
  • Ability to prioritise own workload.
  • Methodical and systematic worker
  • A good standard of written and oral communication skills
  • Good team worker

Desirable

  • Shorthand

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ level 3 Administration or equivalent qualification
  • Audio typing stage II
  • Educated to O level/GCSE standard or equivalent. (Grade A-C)

Desirable

  • ECDL or equivalent
  • RSA Stage III typing

Value-based questions

Essential

  • In around 100 words, what motivates you to do a good job?
  • In around 100 words, how do you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within the team?

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

  • Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
  • Understanding of the need for confidentiality.
  • Awareness of health and safety requirements.

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

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


Employer's website

https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

HR Recruitment Officer

Courtney Francis

courtney.francis2@nhs.net

Date posted

07 October 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

C9163-2746E-10-24

Job locations

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP


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