Audio Typist

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our friendly team as an Audio typist, working alongside the Child Health Medical Secretary team at Scarborough Hospital.

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

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

We are an extremely friendly and welcoming team and we look forward to receiving your application!

Please get in touch if you require further information.

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

Main duties of the job

Audio typing of outpatient clinic, discharge and general administrative letters.
Dictation and booking appointments
Filing, photocopying and other administrative tasks as necessary.
Provide typing and administrative support to the medical secretariat within the Directorate as requires.
Deal with routine internal telephone queries.
Respond in a professional and sensitive manner when dealing with confidential 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 generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.

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

19 July 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

419-635102-AT-FH-A

Job locations

Scarborough Hospital

Woodlands Drive

Scarborough

YO12 6QL

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.

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.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.

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

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

GCSE Maths and English at grade C+ or equivalent
Good written and spoken English
Excellent keyboard skills

Desirable

Administrative qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
Word processing skills - RSA II (or equivalent)
Typing skills - RSA II (or equivalent)

Experience and Knowledge Required

Essential

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

Desirable

Knowledge of office applications and procedures
Knowledge of medical terminology

Skills and Attributes

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

Desirable

Good organisational skills

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Essential

Able to work as part of a team
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm during busy periods
Able to show flexibility and adaptation to service requirements

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

GCSE Maths and English at grade C+ or equivalent
Good written and spoken English
Excellent keyboard skills

Desirable

Administrative qualification equivalent to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
Word processing skills - RSA II (or equivalent)
Typing skills - RSA II (or equivalent)

Experience and Knowledge Required

Essential

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

Desirable

Knowledge of office applications and procedures
Knowledge of medical terminology

Skills and Attributes

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

Desirable

Good organisational skills

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Essential

Able to work as part of a team
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm during busy periods
Able to show flexibility and adaptation to service requirements

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.