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Medical Secretary

Medico Partners

City of Edinburgh

On-site

GBP 22,000 - 28,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Secretary to support administrative functions. Responsibilities include transcribing medical documents, managing patient appointments, and maintaining health records. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, audio typing ability, and previous experience in a medical setting. Competitive salary aligned with NHS pay scales, along with various employee benefits including pension contributions and professional development opportunities, are offered.

Benefits

Paid annual leave

Sick pay

Flexible working hours

Training and career development opportunities

Access to employee assistance programs

Staff discounts

Cycle-to-work schemes

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

Strong audio typing skills with attention to detail required.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed.
Previous experience in medical environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Transcribe medical letters and manage patient correspondence.
Schedule and manage patient appointments efficiently.
Maintain confidential health records in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Audio Typing

Organizational Skills

Education

Previous experience in a medical secretarial role

Tools

Microsoft Office

Patient Management Systems

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Administrative Support: Transcribe medical letters and reports, manage calls and emails, and handle patient correspondence.
Appointment Coordination: Schedule and manage patient appointments, ensuring efficient use of clinical time.
️ Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and confidential health records in compliance with data protection standards.
Reception Duties: Assist at the reception to provide a welcoming experience for patients.
Financial Transactions: Handle payments and liaise with medical insurers, ensuring accurate billing and invoicing.
Professionalism: Courteous demeanor with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and patient management systems (training provided if necessary).
Organizational Abilities: Strong audio typing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Confidentiality: Strong commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to relevant regulations.
Experience: Previous experience in a medical secretarial role is advantageous.
Legal Requirements: Valid DBS and right to work in the UK (No sponsorship provided), valid passport, and share code for right to work (if not a British or EU passport holder).
Competitive Salary: Aligned with NHS pay scales and experience.
Pension Contributions: Access to NHS or private pension schemes.
Leave Entitlement: Paid annual leave and sick pay.
Flexible Working: Opportunities for flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
Professional Development: Training and career development opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing: Access to employee assistance programs and wellbeing support.
Additional Perks: Staff discounts, cycle-to-work schemes, and free on-site parking.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Human Resources Services and Hospitals and Health Care

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