Macmillan Medical Secretary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is seeking a diligent Medical Secretary to support consultants and community teams in Manchester. You will ensure timely, accurate administrative and clerical work, acting as the frontline contact for referrers and service users to facilitate access to community health services.

The role involves coordinating office procedures, specialising typing tasks under guidance, and working closely with clinical staff to maintain high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Professional medical, clerical and administrative support experience.
• Aware of speciality typing requirements using their own initiative with guidance from clinical services.
• High degree of organisational skills and excellent working knowledge of administrative systems.
• Clear communication and liaison skills as a focal point for referrers and service users.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical, clerical and administrative support to consultants, clinical leads and community teams.
• Coordinate and implement office procedures.
• Be the first point of contact for referrers and service users.
• Work as part of a team at a community base and provide cross cover during staff absence.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Administrative systems

Speciality typing

Job description

Are you an organised and confident administrator looking to make a real difference?

Join our Central Community Macmillan team and help improve access to vital community health services across Manchester.

We are looking for proactive and efficient Medical Secretary to support the delivery of timely, accurate, and compassionate management.

As the first point of contact for referrers and service users, you will play a vital role in ensuring seamless access to community health services.

The postholder will provide a comprehensive, professional and medical, clerical and administrative support to consultants, clinical leads and/or community team(s). The post holder is expected to be aware of speciality typing requirements using their own initiative with guidance from clinical services.

The role will involve the coordination and implementation of office procedures and will require a high degree of organisational skills and excellent working knowledge of administrative systems. The post holder will often be the first point of contact and a focal point requiring clear communication and liaison skills.

The post holder will be required to work as part of a team at a community base and provide cross cover during periods of staff absence.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to shape your career.

With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year.

Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike.

At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others.

At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you’re part of something bigger from day one.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rhiannon Moth Job title: Urgent Care Services Admin Team Lead (Central) Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 07483127184

Debra Nice - Matron Macmillan

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