Medical Secretary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Gastroenterology and Hepatology Department at Peterborough City Hospital. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our very busy and dedicated admin team. The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Senior Medical Secretary and clinical team within the Department and also ensuring the provision of an effective, efficient and professional service for our patients., Please see the attached job description and person specification for further information relating to this role.

• If you are and overseas candidate wishing to apply and would require sponsorship, you can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for this post by assessing your circumstances against criteria specified on the website
  
  The post holder will be expected to perform a high level of secretarial and administration tasks within the department. You will need to be able to work efficiently, with a high degree of accuracy and work flexibly and confidentially across the Trust independently and as part of a team liaising with colleagues at all levels.
You will have good communication skills and will be responsive to the needs of the service. You will be a point of contact for patients, speciality teams and other departments for all enquiries relating to patient admissions. You will be responsible for the tracking of patient pathways in accordance with the National targets., Education and Qualifications Essential
• GCSE Maths and English (A to C) or equivalent
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
Experience Essential
• Competent IT Skills
• Minimum 2 years administration experience in the last 5 years
• Experience of working with staff at all levels
• Understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality
Desirable
• Experience of working in the NHS and within an office environment
Key Skills / Abilities Essential
• Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
• Excellent organisational skills
• Able to prioritise own workload effectively and efficiently
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work with confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work to meet deadlines
Other Essential
• Able to work independently or as part of a team
• Able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trusts Values and Behaviours
Desirable
• Understanding of medical terminology
  
  We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
  
  As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including :
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme :
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.