Medical Secretary (Gynaecology)

TN United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for an experienced Medical Secretary to join a dynamic healthcare team. This role offers the chance to support patients and clinical staff in a busy environment, ensuring high standards in documentation and communication. You will play a vital role in coordinating appointments and managing patient records, all while working alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. If you have strong organizational skills and a passion for patient care, this position is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to diversity and inclusion, where your contributions truly matter.

Qualifications

• Experience in secretarial or administrative roles is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient secretarial service for consultants and nursing teams.
• Coordinate patient appointments and manage communications.

Skills

Secretarial Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

IT Skills

Proofreading Skills

Education

Relevant Secretarial Qualification

Tools

Electronic Patient Records Systems

Job description

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Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Role Summary

• To provide a full and efficient secretarial service for consultants, nursing team, and the wider service, ensuring all documentation is produced to an excellent standard. Strong proof-reading skills are required.
• Administrative functions including monitoring patient waiting lists and ensuring NHS compliance.
• Coordinate and organise patient appointments according to local and Trust arrangements.
• Effective communication, handling correspondence, liaising with multidisciplinary teams, and managing telephone and email communications.
• Assist in managing the team’s diary.
• Ensure adequate cover during leave periods.
• Maintain electronic patient records in line with Trust policies.
• Adhere to governance, including training and compliance with Trust policies.
• Support other secretaries and admin team members to deliver quality service.

About the Role

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More about the role

An exciting opportunity for an experienced secretary or administrator to join as a part-time Medical Secretary. The role requires working over at least three days, including Tuesday and Thursday afternoons until 5 pm.

Based at the Centre for Women’s Health on the main Royal Devon and Exeter Wonford site, supporting patients and the clinical team of Consultant Gynaecologists/Obstetricians.

Applicants with secretarial or healthcare experience are preferred, but transferable skills from other sectors are welcome.

The role involves working in a busy environment, requiring good team skills, excellent communication, strong organisational and IT skills, and the ability to manage your own caseload independently.

Excellent communication and empathetic telephone manner are essential, as the role involves contact with patients, relatives, and healthcare professionals.

Working Pattern: 3 or more days per week, including Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with a 5 pm finish.

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Emily Passmore, Admin Line Manager.

Priority will be given to NHS At Risk staff and those with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status throughout Devon.

The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, combining the expertise of the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

We value diversity and are committed to an inclusive culture where everyone can be themselves and reach their potential. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.