Medical Secretary - Cardiology | Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Dorchester is looking for a self-motivated Medical Secretary to join the Cardiology team. The role entails clinic typing, managing inquiries, and providing administrative support. Candidates must have a good telephone manner and experience in audiotyping and IT systems. This position offers full-time hours and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Organised and enthusiastic individual with experience in audiotyping.
• Ability to handle telephone enquiries professionally.
• Experience using IT systems in a working environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinic typing for the Cardiology team.
• Handle telephone enquiries and provide information.
• Take minutes during meetings and assist with consultant administration.
• Organize and prioritize workload in a team environment.

Skills

Good telephone manner

Experience of audiotyping

IT systems experience

Self-motivated

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Medical Secretary to join the Cardiology team. This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week.

This is an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated, enthusiastic and organised individual. The appropriate candidate would need to have a good telephone manner, experience of audiotyping and use of IT systems in a working environment. We welcome applications from candidates who want to join us as we explore the implementation of digitalisation of administrative systems and to deliver efficient and sustainable patient centred services across the care group.

Responsibilities

• Clinic typing
• Telephone enquiries
• Minute taking
• Consultant administration
• Organising and prioritising workload as part of a team and using own initiative

Qualifications & Skills

• Good telephone manner
• Experience of audiotyping
• Experience of using IT systems in a working environment
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and well organised
• Excellent communication skills and methodical approach

About us and Environment

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and the culture we are creating for our staff. We work to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff. Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities. We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification. Please contact [e-mail] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Sep 2025