Clinical Secretary: Clinician Admin Support

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Scotland; On-site; CLP 27,619,000 - 34,195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 35 days

Generous NHS pension

Incremental salary progression

Paid sick leave

NHS discounts

Job summary

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking an administrative support professional to assist clinicians and improve efficiency in patient administration. You will type clinical letters, organize clinics, schedule theatre lists, and maintain accurate electronic records.

The role requires healthcare administration experience, medical terminology knowledge, and strong communication with patients and staff. NHS benefits and pension are available, with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• SVQ level 2 qualification (or equivalent experience) plus experience in healthcare administration or secretarial role.
• Understanding of medical terminology.
• Evidence of effective teamwork and ability to deal with change.
• Evidence of strong communication skills with patients, clinicians and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Type dictated clinical letters and meeting minutes; prioritise work to meet service standards.
• Organise clinical activity for clinicians and schedule/ rearrange clinics and theatre lists as required.
• Follow up administrative tasks such as booking appointments and arranging tests; anticipate and resolve scheduling issues.
• Maintain accurately coded and timely patient journey records on electronic systems (e.g., Trakcare).

Skills

Understanding of medical terminology

Teamwork and adaptability

Strong communication with patients and

Education

SVQ level 2 qualification (or equivalent experience)

Job description

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking an administrative support professional to assist clinicians and improve efficiency in patient administration. You will type clinical letters, organize clinics, schedule theatre lists, and maintain accurate electronic records.

The role requires healthcare administration experience, medical terminology knowledge, and strong communication with patients and staff. NHS benefits and pension are available, with opportunities for progression.