Cardiology Medical Secretary

Sussexcommunity; Guildford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a medical secretary within the Cardiology Department. In this role, you will handle clinical correspondence, assist with patient pathways, and support consultants effectively. The position requires strong typing, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with opportunities for career development and training within a dynamic team setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and wellbeing program

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• GCSE level required; RSA qualification in audio typing preferred.
• Experience in medical secretarial tasks is essential.
• Proficient in typing and communication, with a good understanding of NHS priorities.

Responsibilities

• Produce clinical correspondence using dictation systems.
• Support patient pathway management and provide administrative assistance.
• Maintain efficient office operations while delivering patient-focused services.

Skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Typing skills

Communication skills

Education

GCSE level education or equivalent including English

RSA II or equivalent in word processing/audio typing

RSA III, Medical secretarial qualification (BSMS Certificate) or equivalent

Tools

Trust Patient Administration System (OASIS)

Microsoft Word

Data management software

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Cardiology Department for an experienced secretary to join our existing administrative team. We are looking for individuals ideally with medical secretarial experience in a hospital or clinical environment who are able to work both within busy teams and on their own initiative.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated individual with excellent typing, organisational, and interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will work closely with the administrative and clinical teams. You should have a professional attitude towards work and be able to work flexibly in a busy environment.

Main duties of the job

• Producing accurate and timely clinical correspondence via a dictation programme
• Providing comprehensive patient pathway support and assistance
• Dealing with the public and professionals, demonstrating good interpersonal skills
• Medical audio typing using digital dictation system
• Using EPR systems for data entry
• Using diagnostic trackers to aid in patient pathway coordination
• Dealing with telephone enquiries

Our administrative staff provide essential support to clinical teams, ensuring a positive patient experience. We invest in training and development to equip our staff with the necessary skills and knowledge.

About us

Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. We offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program and are committed to developing your career. Our diverse and welcoming team will ensure you feel valued throughout your tenure.

We provide joined-up care bridging hospital and community services, with main sites in Guildford and additional community hospital sites. The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated us as Outstanding.

We are investing in our colleagues and our facilities, making this a great time to join us.

Note: Although it isn't the Trust's normal practice, adverts may close early, so apply promptly.

Watch a video about Royal Surrey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo

Job responsibilities

Provide a full range of medical secretarial and personal assistant services to consultants and their teams. Manage your workload efficiently, ensuring smooth office operation. Work autonomously within a team, supporting the practice and meeting standards and targets. Deliver a patient-focused service in all interactions.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE level education or equivalent including English
• RSA II or equivalent in word processing/audio typing
• RSA III, Medical secretarial qualification (BSMS Certificate), or equivalent

Knowledge

• Ability to prioritise workload and adapt to changing priorities
• Effective filing system management
• Knowledge of Trust Patient Administration System (OASIS)
• Advanced keyboard and audio typing skills
• Proficiency with Word, email, internet, and data management software
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
• Understanding of patient pathways and NHS priorities

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post requires a DBS check due to the nature of the role.

Salary: £27,857 to £30,570 per annum (including high cost area supplements), pro-rata.