Job summary
We are looking for a highly organised medical secretary with experience in a similar setting to undertake this challenging role within the Dermatology Department based at the Royal Bolton Hospital. The post holder will work as part of a dynamic team and be an excellent communicator, organised and able to work well under pressure.
Candidates should be articulate, capable of undertaking a demanding workload and must be able to demonstrate a significant level of initiative.
You must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to prioritise workload and be able to work with little or no supervision. You should be able to integrate well with the existing team and have a genuine desire to provide a quality service to all patients.
Interviewees will be asked to complete a typing test.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will often be the first point of contact for the service requiring clear communication and liaison skills. They will be responsible for prioritising their own workload and will be required to use their own initiative.
The post holder will require a high degree of organisational skills and excellent working knowledge of administrative systems, with the ability to communicate to staff and patients at all levels.
About us
The aims of this Trust are to improve the health of and provide the best possible care to the population in which we serve and ensure that our staff have joy and pride in their work. We are striving to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities in which we serve. We value our staff and can offer excellent opportunities for further training and development. We are keen to reflect our local population and therefore applications from all sectors of the community are welcomed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work alongside other Senior Medical Secretaries and carry out personal assistant duties, clinical typing and co-ordination of patients case notes/test results, amongst other general office duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work alongside other Senior Medical Secretaries and carry out personal assistant duties, clinical typing and co-ordination of patients case notes/test results, amongst other general office duties.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- oGCSE English language Grade C or equivalent
- oGCSE Maths Grade C or equivalent
- oRSA Level 2 Word and Text Processing or equivalent level qualification
- Computer Skills
Desirable
- RSA Level 3 Word and Text Processing or equivalent level qualification
- AMSPAR qualification
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential
- oSecretarial experience
- oAble to demonstrate experience of working with a variety of professionals
- oAudio transcription skills
- Excellent written communication skills
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Experienced medical secretary in a healthcare setting
- Direct experience of working for medical consultants and/or other senior professionals
- Competent in the use of an NHS Patient Administration System
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- oSound knowledge of medical terminology
- oUnderstanding of NHS
Desirable
- Understanding of medical terminology with more than one speciality
- Knowledge of Caldicott Principles and the Data Protection Act 2018
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to achieve deadlines
- Use of initiative to solve problems
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing personal development
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- oGCSE English language Grade C or equivalent
- oGCSE Maths Grade C or equivalent
- oRSA Level 2 Word and Text Processing or equivalent level qualification
- Computer Skills
Desirable
- RSA Level 3 Word and Text Processing or equivalent level qualification
- AMSPAR qualification
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Essential
- oSecretarial experience
- oAble to demonstrate experience of working with a variety of professionals
- oAudio transcription skills
- Excellent written communication skills
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office
Desirable
- Experienced medical secretary in a healthcare setting
- Direct experience of working for medical consultants and/or other senior professionals
- Competent in the use of an NHS Patient Administration System
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- oSound knowledge of medical terminology
- oUnderstanding of NHS
Desirable
- Understanding of medical terminology with more than one speciality
- Knowledge of Caldicott Principles and the Data Protection Act 2018
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Ability to achieve deadlines
- Use of initiative to solve problems
Desirable
- Evidence of ongoing personal development
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).
