Medical Typist

The Great Western Hospitals NHS FT; Swindon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Swindon is looking for a Medical Typist/Admin to join their friendly team in the Gastroenterology Department. Candidates should possess excellent secretarial skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word. The role requires effective communication and teamwork abilities, along with a professional demeanor. Previous NHS experience is preferred but not mandatory. This position does not offer sponsorship, and applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the NHS is preferred but not essential.
• Current right to work in the UK is required.
• Mature and professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Typing clinics, letters, reports, and patient documentation.
• Scan documents onto patient records.
• Learn the digital dictation system.
• Retrieve and log case notes/medical records.
• Undertake administrative and clerical duties.
• Prepare referral letters for clinics.
• Update knowledge of hospital systems.
• Distribute incoming correspondence.

Skills

Excellent secretarial qualifications

Knowledge of Microsoft Word

Good communication skills

Ability to work as a team member

Job description

The Gastroenterology Department at the Great Western Hospital in Swindon is looking for a Medical Typist / Administrator who is reliable and enthusiastic to join their friendly team.

Previous experience in the NHS is preferred but not essential.

The successful post holder will have excellent secretarial qualifications and the knowledge of Microsoft Word, good communication skills and a mature and professional approach. The ability to work well as a team member is vital as you will need to respond to the needs of the department as and when they arise. You will also liaise with patients and health care professionals to ensure the department runs smoothly.

This role requires you to have current right to work in the UK which enables you to undertake the role without need of sponsorship. Accordingly, we regret that any application will not be considered if this requirement is not met. Given the current UK immigration requirements this role is not eligible for sponsorship, and it is not possible for the Trust to sponsor applicants for a visa for this role.

Main responsibilities and duties

1. Typing clinics, letters, reports, and other patient related documentation. Ensure that all work leaving the department is of the highest quality in terms of presentation and layout and is dispatched within agreed timescales.
2. Scan documents onto patient records (Careflow).
3. Learn the digital dictation system and ensure that processes are followed.
4. Retrieve, log and return case notes / medical records and ensure that they are processed in accordance with Trust policy (“Case note tracking” and “Filling in Case notes”).
5. To undertake administrative (Choose and Book), clerical duties as required.
6. Prepare referral letters for clinics and forward filing.
7. Update and maintain a working knowledge of hospital systems so that enquiries can be dealt with efficiently.
8. Distribute all incoming correspondence and ensure outgoing mail is ready for daily collection.
9. Participate in regular meetings and will be actively involved in generating ideas for service improvement.Promote a positive image of the Trust at all times.

Our STAR values – Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect

These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.

This advert closes on Wednesday 28 Jan 2026.