Ophthalmology Medical Secretary - Peterborough

The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Senior Medical Secretary and clinical team within the Department and also ensure the provision of an effective, efficient and professional service for our patients.

The post holder will be expected to perform a high level of secretarial and administration tasks within the service. 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 patients. You will be responsible for the tracking and management of patient pathways in accordance with the National targets.

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 e.g. 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.