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GP Surgery Medical Secretary

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Description

You will be responsible for all referral and onward patient journey management. You will accurately update patient records, while also providing a professional and welcoming service to patients and supporting the wider team.

Applications are welcome from those dedicated to a caring ethos, high performance standards, team working and strong work ethics. We are recruiting for a minimum of 20 hours per week. Please only apply if you can commit to these commitments as advertised.

Main duties of the job

  • Receive, assist, and direct patients in a courteous and professional manner
  • Manage incoming and outgoing referrals via the eRS system and other WNCL referral system, documents and third-party information, and handle inquiries efficiently
  • Carry out general administrative tasks including filing, scanning, and document management as needed
  • Liaise with clinical and administrative staff to support the smooth running of the service
  • Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection guidelines at all times
  • Support the practice team with any additional administrative duties as required, including reception covers.

Job responsibilities

  • Create patient letters, discharge summaries, and general correspondence.
  • Respond efficiently to telephone calls and emails from patients, carers, and healthcare professionals, referring to relevant departments or agencies when necessary.
  • Acquire and apply necessary medical terminology.
  • Manage eRS system worklist, A&G queries, rejections, etc.
  • Liaise with the hospital teams, referral gateway, and private providers as needed to coordinate patient referrals, admissions, and appointments queries.
  • Action two-week wait and fast-track referrals promptly to ensure timely appointments. Safety net these referrals and action any issues that arise.
  • Keep relevant colleagues informed of hospital structure and referral pathway changes. Action incoming emails as per your role.

Person Specification

  • Essential qualifications:

+ Typing skills, good standard of IT literacy including all MS programs + At least 3 GCSE grade A-C or equivalent + Knowledge of EMIS clinical system, DOCMAN, eRS

  • Desirable qualifications:

+ Detailed knowledge of the eRS system

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • detailed knowledge of the eRS system

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/A1133-26-0002

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