Senior Trust Medical Secretary - Respiratory Medicine

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Colney; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS trust as a Senior Trust Medical Secretary in a diverse and friendly admin team. You will provide essential support in a busy environment, ensuring efficient patient contact and collaboration with medical staff. Enjoy comprehensive NHS benefits, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service

Multi Faith prayer room

Discounted gym memberships

Excellent pension scheme

Wagestream

Free Park & Ride service

Free 24-hour counselling support

On-site Nursery

On-site cafes with staff discounts

Support for career development

Salary Sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in respiratory sub-specialties and high-quality secretarial support.

Responsibilities

• Provide first point of contact for patients and staff.
• Handle patient contact efficiently.
• Work autonomously and as part of a team.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Job description

The Respiratory Medicine directorate has an exciting opportunity to join the diverse and friendly admin team as a Senior Trust Medical Secretary. The department incorporates areas such as lung cancer, sleep, interstitial lung disease, emphysema, cystic fibrosis, oxygen, COPD, tuberculosis; as well as outpatient services, respiratory investigation unit, lung function lab, and inpatient care, all collaboratively managed by clinical, nursing, and administrative teams.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, proactive, and organized individual to join our vibrant and supportive team. If you enjoy a busy environment, working methodically with attention to detail, and can work flexibly, we want to hear from you!

If you are considering applying on a secondment basis, please discuss with your Line Manager beforehand to confirm support for this arrangement.

As Post Holder You Will

1. Be a member of a large, dynamic admin team, providing a crucial first point of contact for patients, relatives, and diverse staff including clinicians, nurses, and administrative personnel.
2. Handle patient contact efficiently and effectively.
3. Work well autonomously and as part of a team.
4. Maintain knowledge of Trust and national policies.
5. Gain experience in respiratory sub-specialties and provide high-quality secretarial support.

Join us at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the UK's largest NHS trusts, providing first-class acute care to around one million residents in Norfolk and surrounding areas. As a teaching and research hospital, it features state-of-the-art facilities like the Quadram Institute. We collaborate closely with the University of East Anglia, offering teaching and placement opportunities for staff and students. Our diverse workforce represents 94 countries, and we pride ourselves on being a friendly, collaborative environment working with local services, and home to the N&N Hospitals Charity.

We offer a comprehensive range of NHS benefits and additional perks, including:

• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service to NNUH
• Free 24-hour confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery
• On-site cafes with staff discounts
• Support for career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work, and home electronics

For more details or to arrange an informal visit, contact:

Name: Claudia Hackett
Job title: Deputy Operational Manager
Email: [e-mail]