Job summary
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector and supporting patients in their journey towards recovery?
Torbay Hospital is seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our team as an Oncology Medical Secretary, where your organisational skills and compassion will directly contribute to the well-being of our patients.
Main duties of the job
As an Oncology Medical Secretary, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and smooth operation of our Oncology department.
You will be the first point of contact for patients and their families, offering empathetic support and guidance while coordinating their appointments and managing their medical records.
Your responsibilities will include transcribing medical dictations, preparing patient documentation, and maintaining accurate records.
You will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals, nurses, and clinicians to ensure the highest quality of care is delivered to our oncology patients.
About us
Working for the Oncology department at Torbay Hospital offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals facing challenging circumstances.
You will be part of a dedicated team of medical secretary's committed to providing the best possible care and support.
This role is more than just administrative; it's about being the compassionate and efficient bridge between patients and their healthcare journey.
Your attention to detail and your ability to maintain confidentiality will be crucial in maintaining the trust of our patients and ensuring they receive the best care possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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- Serve as the primary point of contact for oncology patients and their families, providing empathetic and courteous support.
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments, ensuring timely access to care.
- Address patient inquiries and concerns professionally and promptly.
- Accurately transcribe medical dictations, ensuring precision and clarity.
- Maintain organised records of patient information and medical documentation
- This comprehensive list outlines the detailed job description and main responsibilities expected of the Oncology Medical Secretary at Torbay Hospital.
- Candidates for this role should be well-prepared to excel in these areas and contribute to the high standards of care and professionalism upheld by the department.
If you are ready to take on a rewarding and impactful role as an Oncology Medical Secretary at Torbay Hospital, where you can truly make a difference in the lives of cancer patients, we invite you to apply.
Join our team, and let your skills and compassion shine as you contribute to the compassionate care we provide every day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
- Serve as the primary point of contact for oncology patients and their families, providing empathetic and courteous support.
- Schedule and confirm patient appointments, ensuring timely access to care.
- Address patient inquiries and concerns professionally and promptly.
- Accurately transcribe medical dictations, ensuring precision and clarity.
- Maintain organised records of patient information and medical documentation
- This comprehensive list outlines the detailed job description and main responsibilities expected of the Oncology Medical Secretary at Torbay Hospital.
- Candidates for this role should be well-prepared to excel in these areas and contribute to the high standards of care and professionalism upheld by the department.
If you are ready to take on a rewarding and impactful role as an Oncology Medical Secretary at Torbay Hospital, where you can truly make a difference in the lives of cancer patients, we invite you to apply.
Join our team, and let your skills and compassion shine as you contribute to the compassionate care we provide every day.
Person Specification
Qualifications, skills and knowledge
Essential
- Good standard of Education GSCE in Maths and English or equivalent
- Experience in a similar Secretarial role
- Ability to use Medical Terminology appropriately
- ability to effectively use the Microsoft Office Software ( word, excel )
- Customer care experience of providing a customer focused service
Desirable
- knowledge of hospital systems ie: PAS, Infoflex, Cyberlab
- Audio typing
- Medical Terminology qualification
Person Specification
Qualifications, skills and knowledge
Essential
- Good standard of Education GSCE in Maths and English or equivalent
- Experience in a similar Secretarial role
- Ability to use Medical Terminology appropriately
- ability to effectively use the Microsoft Office Software ( word, excel )
- Customer care experience of providing a customer focused service
Desirable
- knowledge of hospital systems ie: PAS, Infoflex, Cyberlab
- Audio typing
- Medical Terminology qualification
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).
