Medical Audio Typist - Urology

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Wishaw; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Medical Audio Typist at University Hospital Ayr. In this role, you will deliver crucial support to the Urology Secretarial team by efficiently transcribing clinical correspondence and managing patient information using the Trakcare system. Applicants should possess relevant qualifications and demonstrate excellent typing and communication skills as part of the NHS commitment to a caring and respectful work environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant secretarial qualification like AMSPAR Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Previous NHS administrative experience preferred.
• Understanding of medical terminology required.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Urology Secretarial team.
• Perform audio transcription of clinical correspondence.
• Utilise the patient management system effectively.

Skills

Typing skills

Communication skills

Time management

Ability to prioritise workload

Education

AMSPAR Diploma for Medical Secretaries

HNC in Business Admin

Tools

Trakcare

Job description

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Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

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Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Medical Audio Typist based at University Hospital Ayr.

What you will do:

You will provide comprehensive support to the Urology Secretarial team. Primary duties will include audio transcription of clinical correspondence using digital dictation and the use of the patient management system.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

• You should have a relevant secretarial qualification e.g. AMSPAR Diploma for Medical Secretaries, RSA, or Scotvec qualification such as HNC in Business Admin or equivalent work experience.
  
• Applicants should have excellent typing skills along with communication skills, time management, and ability to prioritise your workload.
  
• Previous NHS Administrative experience and an understanding of medical terminology and a working knowledge of the patient management system (Trakcare) would be desirable.

In support of our core purpose of working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe and Respectful. You are required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours:

30 hours per week

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