Description
The Ridgeway Hospital in Swindon, part of Circle Health Group, is seeking a Medical Secretary to join their team on a bank shift basis. The successful candidate will provide dedicated secretarial support to one or more consultants, including diary management, clinic preparation, and transcription of clinical correspondence.
Responsibilities:
- Provide secretarial support to consultants, including diary management and transcription of clinical correspondence
- Type letters, reports, and medical documentation from audio dictation or handwritten notes with high accuracy
- Liaise with patients to confirm appointments and arrangements
- Act as a point of contact for patient queries, delivering a professional and compassionate service
- Manage consultants' diaries, including scheduling outpatient clinics and meetings
- Coordinate with hospital departments to support the delivery of care
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a medical secretarial or administrative role within a healthcare setting
- Excellent typing and transcription skills, including experience with audio dictation
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and clinical correspondence formatting
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and patient-centred approach
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and healthcare systems
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy clinical environment
Salary & Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate of £12.71 per hour