Job summary
**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the 'ECT Family' this includes currentEast Cheshire NHS Trust employees,both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**
An outstanding opportunity for a part time Medical Secretary within the specialty of A&E and Acute andCardiologyhas arisen.
Would you like to take on a role that provides you with ownership of your workload?Would you like to be creative in your approach and be responsible for supporting to ensure our patients receive the best quality of care by using your skills, experience and our trust's values and behaviours?
You will have medical typing qualifications and previous experience as a Medical Secretary. You will have excellent communication skills and be particularly caring and understanding. Experience in the use of Medisec, Digital Dictation, PAS and e-Referral would be an advantage.
Hours per week: 37.5 - Cardiology (Monday - Friday)
Hours per week: 22.5 - A&E and Acute (Monday - Wednesday)
Main duties of the job
To manage the office administration of the Consultant and designated medical staff and provide an efficient and effective secretarial service.
The postholder acts as the first point of contact for all forms of communication for the Consultant and their team.
The postholder requires excellent organisational skills, medical audio typing and a sound knowledge of medical terminology.
About us
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's or equivalent, grade C (4) or above. Must include English.
- Typing qualifications to RSAIII (Royal Society of Arts) standard.
- Computer literate to ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) standard or equivalent.
Desirable
- AMSPAR (The Association of Medical Secretaries, Practice Managers, Administrators and Receptionists) Diploma
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Medical secretary.
Desirable
- Hospital based experience
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Medical terminology
- Fast and accurate audio-typing
- Good communicator - able to deal with people at all levels, including where there are barriers to understanding, using tact, diplomacy, and persuasion
- Effective organisational skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information without compromising confidentiality or trust.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Medisec
- Experience with Patient Management System
- Awareness of NHS policies
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSE's or equivalent, grade C (4) or above. Must include English.
- Typing qualifications to RSAIII (Royal Society of Arts) standard.
- Computer literate to ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) standard or equivalent.
Desirable
- AMSPAR (The Association of Medical Secretaries, Practice Managers, Administrators and Receptionists) Diploma
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Medical secretary.
Desirable
- Hospital based experience
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Medical terminology
- Fast and accurate audio-typing
- Good communicator - able to deal with people at all levels, including where there are barriers to understanding, using tact, diplomacy, and persuasion
- Effective organisational skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information without compromising confidentiality or trust.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Medisec
- Experience with Patient Management System
- Awareness of NHS policies
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
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
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).
