Medical Secretary: Patient Care & Admin Coordinator

NHS; Burnley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Burnley is seeking a highly organized Medical Secretary to aid their team in delivering patient care and administrative services. The role involves managing various clerical duties including typing, appointment scheduling, and maintaining medical records. The ideal candidate should possess excellent IT and communication skills, attention to detail, and prior experience as a Medical Secretary. This position offers a chance to work within an established secretarial team and support patient-focused healthcare.

Qualifications

• Ability to handle difficult situations in a calm, efficient, and professional manner.
• Comprehension of and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Professional and compassionate attitude toward patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform all clerical and administrative duties.
• Provide an efficient audio, copy typing service for GPs.
• Manage appointments and admissions, including e-Referrals.
• Establish and maintain filing and administrative systems.
• Assist in the retrieval of medical records.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

IT skills

Organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Understanding medical terminology

Education

Medical Secretary experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dictation software

Job description

A healthcare organization in Burnley is seeking a highly organized Medical Secretary to aid their team in delivering patient care and administrative services. The role involves managing various clerical duties including typing, appointment scheduling, and maintaining medical records. The ideal candidate should possess excellent IT and communication skills, attention to detail, and prior experience as a Medical Secretary. This position offers a chance to work within an established secretarial team and support patient-focused healthcare.