East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking for an experienced medical secretary to join our busy General Surgery team at QEQMH. We are looking for someone reliable with a high standard of communication and organisational skills to provide an efficient administrative service to our team. The successful applicant will be joining a highly motivated and effective team who strive to ensure patient care is at the forefront of our service. This position is full-time, working 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday). Main duties of the job
The role involves working within a team of medical secretaries to provide a comprehensive administrative, clerical and audiotyping service to the clinical and managerial teams as well as act as a point of liaison for patients, GPs, staff and outside agencies. The postholder will be required to manage and monitor patients through their treatment pathways, ensuring compliance to cancer pathways and waiting time standards. You must have excellent communication skills and possess a high level of attention to detail and accuracy as well as an understanding of patient confidentiality. About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day. Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please don't hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Person Specification
Qualifications
GCSE Maths & English or equivalent Computer Literate Skills & Experience
Experienced in a range of administrative procedures. Good knowledge of Microsoft products. Effective use of IT systems, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail Ability to communicate, co-ordinate and liaise with a multidisciplinary team Ability to remain calm in a busy environment whilst working under pressure Excellent organisational skills and ability to use own initiative. Previous NHS experience Working within a busy environment. Medical Terminology Governance
Welcoming and polite. Work as a team. Take responsibility. Attentive and helpful. Respect others' time. Speak up on behalf of those who can't. Consistently safe. Vigilant about safety. Listen and clearly communicate. Respect people and their dignity. Work as a team & Take responsibility. Personal/professional attributes
Delivers the best outcomes. Always improving ourselves/services. Appreciates good work. Ability to use own initiative. Other requirements
The postholder will have access to confidential information that must not be divulged to any other unauthorised person at any time. This is in compliance with the Trust data Protection Policy. Upholds and models the Trust values. 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.
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We are looking for an experienced medical secretary to join our busy General Surgery team at QEQMH. We are looking for someone reliable with a high standard of communication and organisational skills to provide an efficient administrative service to our team. The successful applicant will be joining a highly motivated and effective team who strive to ensure patient care is at the forefront of our service. This position is full-time, working 37.5 hours per week (Monday - Friday). Main duties of the job
The role involves working within a team of medical secretaries to provide a comprehensive administrative, clerical and audiotyping service to the clinical and managerial teams as well as act as a point of liaison for patients, GPs, staff and outside agencies. The postholder will be required to manage and monitor patients through their treatment pathways, ensuring compliance to cancer pathways and waiting time standards. You must have excellent communication skills and possess a high level of attention to detail and accuracy as well as an understanding of patient confidentiality. About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day. Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download. If you have further queries please don't hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below. Person Specification
Qualifications
GCSE Maths & English or equivalent Computer Literate Skills & Experience
Experienced in a range of administrative procedures. Good knowledge of Microsoft products. Effective use of IT systems, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail Ability to communicate, co-ordinate and liaise with a multidisciplinary team Ability to remain calm in a busy environment whilst working under pressure Excellent organisational skills and ability to use own initiative. Previous NHS experience Working within a busy environment. Medical Terminology Governance
Welcoming and polite. Work as a team. Take responsibility. Attentive and helpful. Respect others' time. Speak up on behalf of those who can't. Consistently safe. Vigilant about safety. Listen and clearly communicate. Respect people and their dignity. Work as a team & Take responsibility. Personal/professional attributes
Delivers the best outcomes. Always improving ourselves/services. Appreciates good work. Ability to use own initiative. Other requirements
The postholder will have access to confidential information that must not be divulged to any other unauthorised person at any time. This is in compliance with the Trust data Protection Policy. Upholds and models the Trust values. 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.
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