Personal Secretary

The Cellular Pathology Laboratory, part of the Integrated Laboratory Medicine (ILM) Directorate, seek an enthusiastic and suitably qualified Personal Secretary within the Molecular Team. This role involves working closely within an administration team, alongside clinicians and laboratory staff. Post holders will be required to provide an efficient administrative service to the consultants and the laboratory team. The ability to work independently, following policies and procedures for the department is essential. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, flexibility, reliability and must have an organised approach to work. This role is varied, with ad-hoc demands therefore post holders must possess excellent time management and planning skills. These positions provide the opportunity to work within a very supportive and welcoming team and to further develop existing knowledge and skills. Previous administration/secretarial experience is required for this post.

• Interview Date Friday 15 November 2024
• 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
• You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy, The successful applicant will be part of a busy administration team carrying out a variety of duties which will include: booking in molecular biopsies, typing clinical macros, handling and preparing laboratory blocks and slides, supporting the senior medical secretaries within the department and any ad hoc duties.
  
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