Occupational Health Secretary

Integrated Care System; Pontyclun; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A health board in Wales is seeking a part-time Occupational Health Secretary to provide comprehensive secretarial support for a multi-disciplinary team. Responsibilities include managing occupational health systems, data entry, and maintaining employee health records. The ideal candidate should possess excellent typing and communication skills, relevant qualifications, and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality. This permanent position offers a competitive salary between £25,313 to £26,999 per year.

Benefits

Generous leave

Flexible work

Career growth and ongoing learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient in Welsh speaking/listening at Level 3 or above.
• Experience in an office environment is essential.
• Knowledge of secretarial procedures and medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous development of Occupational Health processes.
• Management of OH system and data entry.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Skills

Excellent keyboard and typing skills

Excellent communication and customer care skills

Good organisational skills

Ability to use own initiative

Education

RSA III or typing qualification, NVQ Level 3 in relevant subject

Tools

Microsoft Office software

OPAS system

Job description

Go back Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Occupational Health Secretary

The closing date is 10 August 2025

The post holder will work within the CTM/CAV Collaborative Occupational Health Team, to provide a high quality comprehensive secretarial and clerical service by supporting a multi-disciplinary clinical team and continuous development of systems.

Main duties of the job

Support the continuous development of Occupational Health processes and OPAS system

Typing of highly sensitive employee reports provided by Occupational Health (OH) clinicians

Management of and data entry into OH system, OPAS

Annual collation of flu vaccination figures into the OPAS system

Assist in the collation of activity figures /audit data as and when required.

Support the Office Manager in overseeing the clerical officer with their own allocated tasks, participating in training when required

Maintaining employee health records according to agreed department standards

Pulling and scanning of clinical notes to send to external bodies

Processing of 'Ill health retirement' applications as per procedure

Gaining consent from clients for the release of their confidential reports to line managers and/or HR

Booking and preparation of clinics, ensuring notes and relevant forms are available in advance

Provide administrative cover where necessary for reception duties

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable at Level 3 Speaking/Listening (or 'B1' Level if you've learnt Welsh as an adult). This doesn't mean you have to be fluent or able to write long reports in Welsh; it just means being able to hold simple conversations with patients. Have a look at the 'Croeso Candidate!' guide attached below for more information.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job responsibilities

Support the Office Manager/Business Support Manager in the continuous development of Occupational Health processes and OPAS system.

Typing of highly sensitive employee reports provided by Occupational Health (OH) clinicians.

Management of and data entry into OH system, OPAS, in relation to employee details, clinic templates, employee appointment bookings etc

Annual collation of flu vaccination figures into the OPAS system

Assist in the collation of activity figures /audit data as and when required.

Support the Office Manager in overseeing the clerical officer with their own allocated tasks, participating in training when required

Maintaining employee health records according to agreed department standards

Pulling and scanning of clinical notes to send to external bodies

Processing of Ill health retirement applications as per procedure

Gaining consent from clients for the release of their confidential reports to line managers and/or HR

Booking and preparation of clinics, ensuring notes and relevant forms are available in advance

Provide administrative cover where necessary for reception duties e.g. answering the telephone, receiving visitors to the department and general administrative tasks.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications / Training

• Hold RSA III, or typing qualification to this equivalency or relevant experience. Hold NVQ Level 3 In Business Administration, Customer Care or relevant subject, or possess equivalent level of skills, knowledge and experience.
• Provide evidence of Continual Professional Development.

Experience

• Previous experience working in an office environment. Experience of Microsoft Office software programmes and databases e.g. Word, Excel. Experience in organising, planning, prioritising and delegating. Experience and knowledge of setting up office systems.
• Experience of using the Occupational Health IT system, OPAS.

Skills

• Excellent keyboard and typing skills. Working to deadlines. Excellent communication and customer care skills. Excellent telephone manner. Ability to prioritise work and identify urgent requirements. Be able to use own initiative. Good organisational skills. Ability for tact, empathy and persuasion when dealing with sensitive issues. Confidentiality and diplomacy.
• Interact with a range of colleagues and customers.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of office procedures. Demonstrate a sound knowledge understanding of confidentiality. Knowledge of secretarial Procedures.
• Knowledge and understanding of working with guidelines policies and procedures. Knowledge of medical terminology.

Personal Attributes

• Be able to work as part of a team and use own initiative to resolve problems. Be proactive and have a positive approach to the role. Adaptable. Flexible in approach to work related tasks. Able to deal with clients in a sympathetic manner and ability to give constructive advice. Able to work to deadlines in a well organised manner. Pleasant disposition and able to interact well with colleagues and customers.
• Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above

Other

• May be required to work or attend meetings/training at other sites/premises. Be able to sit and stand in a restricted position for periods of time.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

£25,313 to £26,999 a yearper annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

110-AC213-0825

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