Orthopaedic Medical Secretary (Relief) – Flexible Hours

Northumbria Healthcare Nhs Foundation Trust; Ashington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Relief Medical Secretary for the Orthopaedic Team in Ashington. This full-time position requires advanced typing and transcription skills, excellent organizational abilities, and experience in similar secretarial roles. You will act as the primary support to consultants, manage diaries, and ensure efficient patient administration. The Trust promotes diversity and inclusivity and offers numerous employee benefits, including health programs and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Extensive health and well-being program

Flexible working opportunities

Generous annual leave

Access to professional development training

Qualifications

• Experience in secretarial roles within Orthopaedic or Plastics teams.
• Ability to manage diaries and communicate effectively with GPs and patients.
• Familiarity with patient administration processes.

Responsibilities

• Act up in absence of Lead Secretary during leave or sickness.
• Provide secretarial services and manage diaries.
• Support management of patient journeys and administrative targets.

Skills

Advanced typing and transcription skills

Excellent organisational skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Suitable qualification for secretarial role

OCR 3 or equivalent qualification

Tools

T-Pro software

ECDL

Knowledge of PAS

Job description

A healthcare provider is seeking a Relief Medical Secretary for the Orthopaedic Team in Ashington. This full-time position requires advanced typing and transcription skills, excellent organizational abilities, and experience in similar secretarial roles. You will act as the primary support to consultants, manage diaries, and ensure efficient patient administration. The Trust promotes diversity and inclusivity and offers numerous employee benefits, including health programs and professional development opportunities.