Medical Secretary

3 weeks ago

Airdrie, North Lanarkshire, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Medical Secretary to provide administrative support to a Physician/General Surgeon, Dental Consultant, or group of Physicians/Surgeons/Dental Consultants or Associate Specialist.

The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a comprehensive audio typing and administrative service, including managing waiting lists, coordinating appointments, and maintaining accurate records.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide administrative support to a Physician/General Surgeon, Dental Consultant, or group of Physicians/Surgeons/Dental Consultants or Associate Specialist
  • Manage waiting lists, coordinate appointments, and maintain accurate records
  • Provide audio typing services as required
  • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of administrative procedures and policies
Requirements
  • Educated to Standard Grade with an RSA or equivalent typing qualification
  • Experience within an office environment
  • Proficient in use of software systems
  • Advanced keyboard skills
  • Medical terminology
  • Good organizational and communication skills
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
  • SVQ2 qualification or equivalent experience
  • Experience working in a busy medical environment
  • Previous waiting list experience
  • Ability to work effectively in a team
  • Ability to deal with change
  • Audio typing skills
  • Flexible
Contract Type and Working Hours

This is a permanent / fixed-term or secondment for 1 year position, working 37 hours per week.

Please note that this is a fixed-term position for 1 year. Where a post only has temporary funding and an existing member of NHS Lanarkshire staff wishes to apply, this will be treated as a secondment.

Location and Working Pattern

This role will be based in the Surgical Directorate within University Hospital Monklands.

Please contact the Surgical Directorate Support Manager for the working pattern of this role.

Why Work for NHS Lanarkshire?

NHS Lanarkshire is a leading healthcare provider in Scotland, offering a range of benefits and opportunities for career development.

Some of the benefits of working for NHS Lanarkshire include:

  • A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service
  • A minimum of 8 days of public holidays
  • Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits
  • Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
  • Occupational health services
  • Employee counselling services
  • Work-life Balance policies and procedures

NHS Lanarkshire is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment, where every individual can thrive and develop their skills and knowledge.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your application form and supporting documentation to the Surgical Directorate Support Manager.

Please note that our correspondence method is by e-mail, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.

Please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and also your Jobtrain account for updates.

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Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the advert once sufficient applications are received.

Please complete and submit your application early.

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