PA to Medicine Centre Managers & Operational Managers

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for an experienced PA to join our friendly Senior Leadership Management Team in Medicine.

The post holder will provide a professional, comprehensive and confidential administrative and secretarial service for the Centre Managers and Operational Managers. A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail is essential along with excellent organisational, communication skills and advanced Microsoft Office skills including Microsoft teams. You will need to be resilient, flexible and informative as well as having a positive 'can do' attitude.

You will be the first point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Training is available to support any development needs.

The role will vary day to day.

Main duties of the job

  • Acts as a first point of contact for the Centre Managers/Operational Managers, dealing with staff of all levels inside and outside the Trust.
  • Diary management including resolution of conflicting diary appointments.
  • Prioritisation and delegation of incoming mail and telephone calls.
  • Organisation of meetings, conferences, presentations, workshops and training events, including arranging external speakers, booking venues and all associated administration.
  • Organisation of patient, carer or public meetings on behalf of the Centre Managers/Operational Managers.
  • Minute taking, action plans and transcription of formal meetings including Medical Governance and Speciality Management Meetings on behalf of the Centre Managers/Operational Managers.
  • Creation of databases and/or spreadsheets which will then be kept up to date with the relevant information by the PA.
  • Preparation, typing and distribution of correspondence, reports and ad hoc papers to support the work of the Centre Managers/Operational Managers and Clinical Centre.
  • Implementation of relevant office policies and procedures, suggesting changes as appropriate.
  • Management of office systems, including a Bring Forward system for meeting papers and pending items.
  • Responsibility for maintaining storage and retrieval systems (paper or electronic) on behalf of the Centre Managers and Operational Managers or for other Centre requirements.
  • To work as a team and provide cover for other Care Group Personal Assistants when required.

About us

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

The post will support the senior leadership managerial team working across the following specialities;

  • Nephrology
  • Dermatology
  • Respiratory
  • Cardiology
  • Diabetes and Endocrinology
  • Care of the Elderly
  • Stroke
  • General Internal Medicine
  • Frailty
  • Neurology
  • Orthotics

Date posted

03 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year per anum/ pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

223-MCM-635

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

SKILLS

Essential

  • Evidence of advanced keyboard skills.

Desirable

  • Minute taking
  • Touch typing
  • Knowledge of NHS Policies

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ3 or equivalent qualification 4 GCSE (C and above) or equivalent
  • Evidence of a commitment to continuous professional development.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages eg PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams and other IT skills acquired through training and practical experience

Skills and knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of the successful management of a number of projects
  • Evidence of ability to deal with confidential and occasionally complex and sensitive matters with diplomacy and expertise.
  • Knowledge of full range of secretarial policies and procedures.
  • Ability to use relevant bespoke health or Trust IT products such as e-Rostering software or ESR
Person Specification

SKILLS

Essential

  • Evidence of advanced keyboard skills.

Desirable

  • Minute taking
  • Touch typing
  • Knowledge of NHS Policies

Education and Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ3 or equivalent qualification 4 GCSE (C and above) or equivalent
  • Evidence of a commitment to continuous professional development.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages eg PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams and other IT skills acquired through training and practical experience

Skills and knowledge

Essential

  • Evidence of the successful management of a number of projects
  • Evidence of ability to deal with confidential and occasionally complex and sensitive matters with diplomacy and expertise.
  • Knowledge of full range of secretarial policies and procedures.
  • Ability to use relevant bespoke health or Trust IT products such as e-Rostering software or ESR

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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Centre Manager Medicine

Lynne Morris

lynne.morris1@nhs.net

07514722776

Date posted

03 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£26,530 to £29,114 a year per anum/ pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

223-MCM-635

Job locations

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ


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