Medical Secretary

NHS National Services Scotland; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Secretary to join their ENT Department at University Hospital Crosshouse. This full-time position offers the chance to provide vital support through audio transcription, managing waiting lists, and handling patient inquiries. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, a relevant secretarial qualification, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about contributing to the health and well-being of the community.

Qualifications

• Relevant secretarial qualification is essential for this role.
• Medical terminology knowledge is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical secretarial service within the ENT Department.
• Audio transcription of clinic and discharge letters.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Teamwork

Education

AMSPAR Diploma for Medical Secretaries

RSA or Scotvec qualification

Tools

Computerized waiting list management

Audio transcription tools

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who we are:

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

Our purpose:

Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran.

Our values:

• Caring, safe, respectful

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please click here - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position:

An opportunity has arisen for a permanent Medical Secretary based within University Hospital Crosshouse.

Hours:

37 Hours per week

What you will do:

An opportunity has arisen for a full time Medical Secretary within the ENT Department (Ear, Nose & Throat) at University Hospital Crosshouse. Flexible and enthusiastic, you will provide a comprehensive medical secretarial service within the ENT Department.

Primary duties will include audio transcription of clinic and discharge letters, maintaining and updating computerised waiting list, dealing with telephone enquiries from patients, relatives, GPs and other external and internal agencies.

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

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team. Applicants should have a relevant secretarial qualification, e.g. AMSPAR Diploma for Medical Secretaries, RSA or Scotvec qualification. Medical terminology and audio transcription are essential for this role.

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