Medical Secretary

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Ashington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a motivated Medical Secretary to join their Child Health team at Wansbeck General Hospital. This temporary position involves providing essential secretarial support to healthcare professionals, ensuring efficient operation within the department. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational and communication skills, with a background in IT applications. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality patient care in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of IT packages and their applications is essential.
• Previous healthcare experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial support to Child Health Consultants.
• Offer transcription and administrative support services.
• Work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Skills

Communication

Organisational

Interpersonal

Education

ECDL

Tools

G2 software

Job description

Job Title: Medical Secretary (Child Health)

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our team as a Medical Secretary within Child Health at Wansbeck General Hospital for a 12-month temporary position.

Responsibilities

1. Provide secretarial support to Child Health Consultants and the wider clinical teams.
2. Offer transcription, administrative, and secretarial support services.
3. Use own initiative, work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and demonstrate excellent organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
4. Support the use of the G2 software package; training will be provided.

Requirements

• Knowledge of IT packages and their applications is essential.
• Desirable: ECDL, knowledge of PAS, and previous healthcare experience.
• Previous applicants need not apply.

Additional Information

This post is based at Wansbeck General Hospital but may require work at other sites within the Trust. The Trust manages hospitals across North Tyneside, Wansbeck, Hexham, and other community facilities, providing high-quality patient care and services in local communities.

Application Details

To apply or for informal visits, contact:

• Name: Lisa Morrow
• Job Title: Administration Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once sufficient applications are received.