Medical Personal Assistant

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional mental health trust in Manchester is seeking a Band 4 Medical Personal Assistant who is highly organised and ready to support multiple consultants within the CAMHS Specialist services. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of medical terminology and have at least 2 years of medical secretary experience. Additional skills in leadership and filing systems are beneficial. This full-time position offers a salary between £27,485 to £30,162 per year pro-rata, along with comprehensive benefits including 27 days of annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Excellent pension

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Wellbeing programme

Blue Light Card discounts

FuelGenie Fuel Cards

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years previous medical secretary experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of referrals, admission, discharge procedures is desirable.
• Previous NHS experience, preferably in a mental health setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide full PA support to multiple consultants and clinical staff.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper filing systems.
• Coordinate clinical activities and referral system.
• Deliver high-quality administration support efficiently and timely.

Skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Experience with EPR systems

Leadership/supervisory skills

Minute-taking experience

Digital dictation experience

Education

Relevant Level 3 competency based qualification

Job description

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and highly organised Band 4 Medical Personal Assistant (37.5 hours per week) to work with the CAMHS Specialist services at Junction 17. We are seeking a medical personal assistant with a can‑do attitude who enjoys working in a large team and demonstrates a commitment to delivering high quality administration support in an efficient and timely manner.

If you enjoy working in a fast‑paced busy work environment, have a flexible approach and have the ability to adapt to changing priorities then CAMHS Specialist services offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and progress your career aspirations.

Previous applicants need not apply

Please note – This role is not eligible for sponsorship unless you meet criteria by temporary exemption from current changes to immigration rules put in force on 22/07/2025. Separate provisions are applied to workers who have been sponsored and held continuously Skilled Worker visa since prior to 04/04/2024.

Main duties

To provide a full and comprehensive PA role to multiple consultants, clinical staff and members of the multi‑disciplinary team within the Specialist Services Care Group.

You will be a well organised and experienced administrator with knowledge of medical terminology. You will ensure all consultants and clinicians within your area of responsibility are organised and equipped to fulfil their responsibilities. Appropriate electronic and paper filing systems will be maintained, along with coordinating their clinical activities.

To carry out all relevant tasks pertinent to the Specialist role of the Consultant Psychiatrists.

This role will be responsible for the effective coordination of the referral system.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.

We provide inpatient and community‑based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world’s most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Responsibilities

• Provide full PA support to multiple consultants and clinical staff.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper filing systems.
• Coordinate clinical activities and referral system.
• Deliver high‑quality administration support efficiently and timely.

Qualifications

• Relevant Level 3 competency based qualification (RSA/OCR/NVQ/Business Admin).
• Experience of EPR system (GMMH Paris System).
• Evidence of leadership/supervisory skills.
• Minimum 2 years previous medical secretary experience or equal demonstrative experience.
• Knowledge of referrals, admission, discharge procedures and processes (desirable).
• NHS experience, preferably in a mental health setting (desirable).
• Minute‑taking experience (desirable).
• Digital dictation experience (desirable).

Benefits

• Pay Enhancements
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• FuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a disclosure and Barring Service check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Employer details

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Junction 17
Prestwich, Bury New Road, Manchester.
M25 3BL

Contact

Reference 437‑7581579‑A
Job locations Junction 17, Prestwich, M25 3BL
Working pattern Full‑time, Part‑time
Paid £27,485 to £30,162 a year pro rata