Medical Secretary - Breast Services

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and skilled secretary to join our admin team, working across our Breast Services.

The role will support both the care of patients under specific named breast surgeons and work collaboratively as part of the wider Breast Service Admin Team, who collectively support many aspects of the Breast Service here at GHNFT.

Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to manage and prioritise their own work on a daily basis and to use their initiative and discretion to manage the competing priorities. They will however work under the supervision of the Admin Team Lead, as well as working closely with other admin team members who will provide advice and support. The successful candidate will frequently be expected to interact with a wide number of staff from across different services including surgeons, breast care nurse specialists, service managers and breast screening colleagues as well as members of the trust cancer tracking team and theatre team.

The ability to work as part of a team is a key aspect of the role. Ideal candidates will have previous relevant NHS experience in a secretarial or admin role. They will be able to demonstrate at interview a good understanding of how to manage the challenges that this role can bring demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good word processing/typing skills, and knowledge of medical terminology are essential as is a good working knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Word and will have at least one year's typing experiencing with a good typing speed.

About us

Based in the North East of England we provide a range of hospital and community health services from our leading facilities, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Blaydon urgent care centre and Bensham Hospital, all within Gateshead.

Established in 2005, we were one of the first foundation trusts in the country and since then have consistently achieved the highest levels of care for patients.

We now employ around 4,800 staff and currently provide 444 hospital beds across the Gateshead region.

Our values should be the 'golden thread' which runs through everything we do - they are the core of who we are. Our five values can easily be remembered by the simple acronymICORE; Innovation, Care, Openness, Respect, Engagement.

We have a number of staff networks including the BAME network, D-Ability network, LGBTQ+ Network and the Women's Network, to challenge us and help us to constantly improve. Our armed forces network is one of our emerging networks.

The health and wellbeing of our staff is one of our highest priorities, and we offer a range of support and initiatives as part of our 'Balance' programme balancegateshead.com to cater for our diverse workforce, so that your individual needs can be supported, allowing you a happy and healthy working experience with us.