ASD Medical Secretary & Pathway Coordinator

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals; Preston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Career development support

Job summary

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is seeking an organized ASD Support Medical Secretary to join the Community Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics team. You will support the ASD diagnostic pathway, handle clinic letters, and coordinate communications with families and external partners.

The role requires independent work, confidentiality, and excellent organisational skills. Part-time 22.5 hours with a Wednesday working day is offered, with a pro rata salary and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE English Grade C or above/Grade 4-9 OR Functional Skills level 2 in Literacy.
• Typing speed of 60 wpm.
• RSA 2 Typing Qualification (or equivalent).
• RSA 3 Typing Qualification (or equivalent).
• ECDL or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for ASD-related enquiries and direct queries appropriately.
• Provide secretarial and administrative support to consultants and junior medical staff, including clinic letters and reports.
• Track patient progress on the ASD pathway and chase required information.
• Manage consultant diaries, arrange appointments and take minutes when required.
• Maintain filing, data entry, and confidentiality in line with Trust policies.
• Provide cover for colleagues to ensure continuity of the ASD administrative service.

Skills

Communication skills

Typing speed 60 wpm

Medical terminology

Minute taking

Office 365

Autonomy

Education

GCSE English

RSA 2 Typing

RSA 3 Typing

ECDL

Tools

Quadramed

Alma

Evolve

Job description

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals is seeking an organized ASD Support Medical Secretary to join the Community Neurodevelopmental Paediatrics team. You will support the ASD diagnostic pathway, handle clinic letters, and coordinate communications with families and external partners.

The role requires independent work, confidentiality, and excellent organisational skills. Part-time 22.5 hours with a Wednesday working day is offered, with a pro rata salary and opportunities for development.