Medical Secretary

**Job Summary**: To be responsible for undertaking a wide range of secretarial and administrative duties and the provision of administrative support to the multidisciplinary team. Duties can include, but are not limited to, the processing of information (electronic and hard copy) in a timely manner, liaising with multidisciplinary team members and external agencies such as secondary care and community service providers in accordance with current policies, including the use of the electronic referral service (ERS). Primary Responsibilities: The following are the core responsibilities of the Medical Secretary. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels: a.

Typing letters, reports and associated documentation as required b. Liaising with external agencies such as hospitals and community services, ensuring referrals areprocessed efficiently c. Managing all enquiries in an effective manner d. Maintaining an accurate referrals database e.

Processing calling letters as requested g. Inputting data into the patients healthcare records as necessary h. Processing referrals using the electronic referral system (ERS) i. Processing requests for information i.e., SAR, insurance/solicitors letters and DVLA forms j.

Clinically coding data on SystmOne k. Managing all administrative queries as necessary l. Carrying out system searches as requested m. Maintaining a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times n.

Supporting all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested o. Support reception staff, providing cover during staff absences when required