URGENT Temporary Medical Secretary in Guildford

Office Angels; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A temporary staffing agency is seeking a Temporary Medical Secretary in Guildford to provide comprehensive secretarial support in a dynamic healthcare environment. Responsibilities include managing consultant diaries, handling patient enquiries, and scheduling appointments to ensure smooth clinic operations. Ideal candidates will possess significant secretarial experience in healthcare and strong organisational skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact in patient care while enjoying a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Professional Development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Significant secretarial or clerical experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong diary and schedule management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage consultant diaries accurately.
• Act as the primary contact for consultants and patients.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate diagnostic results.

Skills

Secretarial or clerical experience in a healthcare setting

Diary and schedule management skills

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office and databases

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Temporary Medical Secretary!

Are you a proactive and organised individual with a flair for secretarial work? Do you thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Position

Position: Temporary Medical Secretary
Location: Guildford
Start Date: ASAP for a month with possible extension
Working Pattern: Full Time Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm / 9am - 5pm
Hourly Rate: £15.00 - £18.00, depending on experience

About the Role

As a Temporary Medical Secretary, you'll play a vital role in supporting our consultants by providing comprehensive secretarial assistance. Your responsibilities will ensure that our clinic runs smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage consultant diaries accurately, ensuring seamless clinic operations.
• Act as the primary contact for consultants and patients, handling enquiries and correspondence with professionalism.
• Process referral letters promptly to prevent delays in patient care.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate diagnostic results, keeping everyone informed.
• Maintain complete medical records for consultations and expedite clinic lists to external hospitals when necessary.
• Work closely with other medical professionals and assist with any administrative functions as directed.

What We're Looking For

• Significant secretarial or clerical experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong diary and schedule management skills, with an ability to triage referrals efficiently.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, paired with a professional telephone manner.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and databases, with RSA audio typing or equivalent knowledge of medical terminology.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Development: Engage in Continual Professional Development (CPD) opportunities.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who value teamwork and communication.
• Impactful Role: Make a difference in patient care by ensuring smooth operational support for our consultants.

Key Working Relationships

• Internal: Collaborate with receptionists, Patient Administration Officers, Administration Leads, consultants, and other medical secretaries.
• External: Liaise with various individuals, agencies, and key stakeholders to support clinic operations.

Apply Now

If you are ready to take on this exciting temporary role and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Join us and be a part of a professional, friendly, and dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services. Your next adventure awaits!

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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