Audio Typist

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an Audio Typist within the GI administration team at York Hospital.

Full-time (37.5 hours per week) permanent OR
Part-time (30 hours) would be considered

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who can work effectively using their own initiative with the ability to transcribe complex digital dictation, as well as being part of a team

The successful candidate will posses GCSE English Language, Grade C or above, or equivalent. They must also possess excellent typing skills or RSA II level qualification as well as previous clerical/administrative experience, preferably in a healthcare or customer based setting.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Main duties of the job

Based at York Hospital, duties will mainly include the audio typing of outpatient/admin letters and dealing with any subsequent instruction as indicated by the dictation.

Audio typing of outpatient clinic, discharge and general administrative letters.
Filing, photocopying and other administrative tasks as necessary.
Provide typing and administrative support to the medical secretary team as requires.
Respond in a professional and sensitive manner when dealing withconfidential issues.

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Date posted

28 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum / pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

419-5783348-AT-S-A

Job locations

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE English Language, Grade C (4) or above ( or equivalent)
Word processing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)
Typing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)

Knowledge

Desirable

Knowledge of office applications and procedures
Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience

Essential

Previous clerical/administrative experience
Experience of working in a customer focused environment
Experience of using a variety of IT applications, including Microsoft Office

Skills

Essential

Effective communication skills, verbal and written
Proficient audio typist with the ability to accurately transcribe complex audio tapes
Good organisational skills
Ability to assimilate new practices and knowledge
Ability to be flexible and to adapt to new demands
Ability to get on well with members of a team
Ability to work under own initiative and stay calm under pressure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

GCSE English Language, Grade C (4) or above ( or equivalent)
Word processing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)
Typing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)

Knowledge

Desirable

Knowledge of office applications and procedures
Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience

Essential

Previous clerical/administrative experience
Experience of working in a customer focused environment
Experience of using a variety of IT applications, including Microsoft Office

Skills

Essential

Effective communication skills, verbal and written
Proficient audio typist with the ability to accurately transcribe complex audio tapes
Good organisational skills
Ability to assimilate new practices and knowledge
Ability to be flexible and to adapt to new demands
Ability to get on well with members of a team
Ability to work under own initiative and stay calm under pressure

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.