Medical Secretary (Rheumatology)

Rdehospital; Exeter; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic Rheumatology Administrative team in Exeter, where you'll play a vital role in supporting clinical operations. This position offers a chance to engage with patients, manage administrative tasks, and contribute to a collaborative environment. The role promises a fulfilling experience in the NHS, where your contributions will directly impact patient care and departmental efficiency. With a commitment to inclusivity and a supportive workplace, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow within a respected healthcare organization. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Options

Staff Discounts

Flexible Working Schemes

Occupational Health Services

Generous Annual Leave

Onsite Nursery

Car Lease Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative roles, particularly in healthcare settings.
• Strong communication skills for patient interaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Rheumatology team.
• Process clinical letters and manage patient communications.

Skills

Administrative Support

Clerical Duties

Patient Communication

Work Queue Validation

Education

High School Diploma

Relevant Administrative Qualification

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Rheumatology Administrative team based in Osprey House, Exeter supporting the clinical team based in the Nightingale Hospital Exeter. Please visit our website; https://nightingale-exeter.nhs.uk/ for more information on the other services we support.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the administrative and clerical duties within the Rheumatology department (Eastern Services). Your duties will involve supporting the clinical team, processing clinical letters, speaking with patients over the phone, validating work queues, actively participating in PTL, and will also include providing a comprehensive administrative support service to the Rheumatology Team Leader and Management Team.

If you feel you would be able to meet the demands of this challenging and rewarding role, then we would be delighted to hear from you. Visits are welcome and encouraged.

Working Pattern:37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:00 with some 08:30 to 16:30. May consider some part-time on discussion.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

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

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

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

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.

• Salary Band 3: £24,625 - £25,674 per annum pro rata
• Frequency Annual
• Vacancy Reference 185-75041-10489
• Contract Type Permanent
• Closing Date 16 May, 2025
• Job Category Administration