Part-Time Medical Secretary – NHS Admin & Letters

Countess of Chester; Chester; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated part-time Medical Secretary to provide high-standard secretarial support to a clinical team. You will manage diaries, communications and confidential patient information with accuracy and initiative.

The role requires strong audio typing and Microsoft Office skills, plus knowledge of medical terminology. Training in Medisec and EPR+ will be provided, with emphasis on confidentiality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• GCSE English or equivalent.
• RSA Typing III.
• Audio/Short Hand Typing Qualification.
• AMSPAR Medical Secretarial Diploma or Equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive secretarial service to consultants as part of the team.
• Deal with enquiries from patients, relatives, GPs and hospital staff with confidentiality.
• Type clinic letters, referrals and other correspondence using digital dictation.
• Participate in administering the Email Advice service and record clinical advice in the EPR.

Skills

Audio typing

Microsoft Office

Organisation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

GCSE English or equivalent

RSA Typing III

AMSPAR Medical Secretarial Diploma or Equivalent

Medical terminology knowledge

Tools

Medisec

EPR+

Job description

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated part-time Medical Secretary to provide high-standard secretarial support to a clinical team. You will manage diaries, communications and confidential patient information with accuracy and initiative.

The role requires strong audio typing and Microsoft Office skills, plus knowledge of medical terminology. Training in Medisec and EPR+ will be provided, with emphasis on confidentiality and efficiency.