Job summary This role is key in providing administrational support to our multidisciplinary team in Paediatric Chronic Fatigue.We are looking for somebody who is passionate about working for the NHS and who is keen to make a difference.This role can be challenging, but at the same time it is interesting and rewarding.
We are a close knit team who are extremely supportive of each other, understand the pressures that each of us face and work together to provide the best possible service.You will need to possess accurate audio-typing skills and preferably have a knowledge of medical terminology.
You should have great IT skills and have the ability to learn the different systems used within the team.This is a part time role, working 20 hours per week.
Elements of the role could be done from home, therefore a hybrid working pattern would be considered.
Main duties of the job Working as part of a team of medical secretaries and administrative staff, the responsibilities of our Medical Secretary role are varied.
Please see attached JD for full breakdown of duties.We would welcome candidates to visit the department before deciding whether to apply.
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Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Word processing / audio typing qualifications or RSA level II or equivalent Good knowledge of the English language to be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Knowledge Essential Knowledge of good office & administrative practice Able to learn medical terminology (following a period of learning on the job if necessary) and use this effectively as part of the role.
Experience Essential Previous and recent secretarial experience Desirable Previous secretarial experience, working in a health care environment Skills Essential Computer literate: able to use Microsoft Word and E-mail and other Office applications to maximise the efficiency of the office Good audiotyping skills with the ability to type correspondence with medical terminology accurately and in a timely manner Ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with staff and patients Ability to multi-task whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy Emotional Effort Essential Ability to sensitively deal with queries from anxious or distressed patients and their relatives