Neurology Medical Secretary - Part-Time

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Sunderland seeks a Medical Secretary for its Neurology Department. The position involves providing essential administrative support, including managing appointments and patient queries, ensuring high-quality patient care. Applicants should have appropriate typing qualifications or relevant work experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a flexible approach to work.

Benefits

Access to a Care Co-ordinator for childcare arrangements

Fitness Centre access

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Excellent typing/keyboard qualification or 2 years experience in a similar role required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and experience in audio typing desirable.

Responsibilities

• Typing correspondence, managing patient appointments, and handling phone queries.
• Maintaining clinical diaries and rotas, validating waiting lists.

Skills

Proven Interpersonal /communication skills

Effective organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Ability to deal effectively with patient enquiries

Problem-solving initiative

Education

AMSPAR Diploma level 3

GCSE Level 2 (Numeracy and Literacy)

Job description

A leading NHS Trust in Sunderland seeks a Medical Secretary for its Neurology Department. The position involves providing essential administrative support, including managing appointments and patient queries, ensuring high-quality patient care. Applicants should have appropriate typing qualifications or relevant work experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a flexible approach to work.