Support Medical Secretary - Neurology

NHS; Dudley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an experienced administrative professional to provide support within the neurology department. The role includes processing referrals, managing patient databases, and liaising with medical staff. The successful candidate will require strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A commitment to delivering high-quality patient care is essential. This position offers a salary range of £24,937 to £26,598 per annum, pro-rata.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Opportunities for professional development

Commitment to employee well-being

Qualifications

• Experience in medical terminology and audio typing is required.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage own workload.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the neurology department.
• Process referrals and maintain patient databases.
• Liaise and communicate effectively with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs

Experience in preparing minutes

Previous experience in the NHS in a similar role

Education

GCSE Maths/English Grade C or above

RSA level typing or equivalent experience

Medical audio typing or equivalent experience

Medical Terminology

NVQ business admin level 2

Job description

To provide a comprehensive support service to consultants and supporting teams within the designated specialty area. To work collaboratively with other medical secretarial colleagues to ensure clinical correspondence is produced and distributed within acceptable timescales. The post holder will carry out his/ her duties in such a way as to make a direct and positive contribution to the organisation of the work. It is essential that the post holder should exercise initiative commensurate with the role and that confidentiality be maintained at all times.

To prioritise workload independently, identifying urgency, highlighting problems and taking appropriate action to prevent or solve problems without supervision.

In the absence of the Medical Secretary, participate in the outpatient booking process by coordinating clinic capacity and liaising with relevant departments. Dealing with cancellations to ensure full utilisation of available clinic slots to ensure adherence to National and Trust waiting times.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide administrative and clerical support to the neurology department. They will be responsible for processing referrals into the service, maintaining waiting lists, patient databases and co-ordinating communication between MDT members, patients and GP's.

The successful candidate will be required to contribute to the development of an expanding service by demonstrating a commitment, enthusiasm and passion for the delivery of high quality, patient focused care.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are necessary as the post holder will be expected to liaise and work closely with clinicians and other healthcare professionals from both primary and secondary care environments.

The post holder will be expected to work with the team to ensure that the pathways run effectively and meet local and national targets. They must communicate sensitively and effectively to patients and organise their own workload to ensure timescales are met and urgent work is prioritised.

The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team is necessary to ensure seamless, comprehensive care is provided for our neurology patients.

The post holder should be flexible as service requirements may fluctuate

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by ourflexible working optionsand by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information -inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

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Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake

Person Specification

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths/English Grade C or above
• RSA level typing or equivalent experience
• Medical audio typing or equivalent experience
• Medical Terminology
• NVQ business admin level 2

Skills

• Proficient in the use of microsoft office programs
• Experience in preparing minutes
• Previous experience in the NHS in a similar role

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Medical Terminology

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.

£24,937 to £26,598 a yearPro rata, Per Annum