Clinical Administrative Coordinator for Healthcare Teams

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Hospital; On-site; CLP 28,483,000 - 36,251,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 35 days

NHS pension

Salary progression

Sick leave

NHS discounts

Job summary

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support a team of clinicians, enabling efficient patient care. You will type dictated letters and notes, organise clinics and scheduling, and maintain accurate electronic records.

The role requires SVQ level 2 or equivalent, plus experience in healthcare administration or secretarial work, along with strong communication and teamwork skills. A diverse workplace is emphasised with a range of benefits.

Qualifications

• SVQ level 2 qualification (or equivalent experience) plus at least 2 years experience in healthcare administration or at least 3 years experience in a secretarial role.
• Understanding of medical terminology.
• Evidence of effective team working and dealing with change.
• Evidence of strong communication skills with patients, clinicians and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Type dictated clinical letters and notes; type meeting minutes when appropriate; prioritise work to meet service standards.
• Organise clinical activity for clinicians and re-arrange activities (eg. out-patient clinics, operating lists); support theatre scheduling as required.
• Follow up administrative tasks requested by clinicians, such as booking appointments, arranging investigative tests, chasing up diagnostic results etc.
• Maintain accurately coded and timely records on electronic systems (eg. Trakcare).

Skills

SVQ level 2

Healthcare administration

Secretarial experience

Medical terminology

Team working

Communication skills

Education

SVQ level 2 or equivalent

Job description

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support a team of clinicians, enabling efficient patient care. You will type dictated letters and notes, organise clinics and scheduling, and maintain accurate electronic records.

The role requires SVQ level 2 or equivalent, plus experience in healthcare administration or secretarial work, along with strong communication and teamwork skills. A diverse workplace is emphasised with a range of benefits.