At The University Health Centre, we are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care, serving approximately 15,000 patients.
We are seeking an experienced medical secretary to join our forward-thinking team.
Our practice is primarily student-based and includes a diverse staff such as GPs, ANPs, Nurses, Physios, and Pharmacists.
We are also a training practice for GP registrars and medical students.
As part of the Tolson Primary Care Network, we collaborate to deliver a comprehensive range of enhanced services.
Main duties of the job The role involves providing full medical secretarial support to all members of the healthcare team, including word processing and managing correspondence.
The postholder should efficiently utilize the E-Referral system and liaise with consultants, patients, relatives, external agencies, and university members, addressing inquiries appropriately.
The role is primarily secretarial but may include reception duties such as appointment scheduling, answering calls, and face-to-face patient interactions, at the discretion of Practice Management.
Additional responsibilities include collating reliable in-house statistics, maintaining politeness and courtesy towards all contacts, acting in the best interest of the centre, and undertaking other tasks as assigned by Partners or Management.
About us Operating from a modern, purpose-built site in Huddersfield, we offer a wide range of NHS services, including on-the-day consultations, social prescribing, advanced nurse practitioners, and clinical pharmacists.
We serve about 15,000 patients and use systems such as Emis Web, Ardens, AccuRX, and E-consult.
This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join a forward-thinking practice committed to innovation and quality care.
Good work-life balance
Friendly, supportive environment
Training and professional development opportunities
Practical working hours
Competitive pay and NHS Pension scheme
Job description Job responsibilities Position: Secretary
Full/Part-Time
Salary dependent on experience
Main purpose: To provide comprehensive secretarial support with flexibility to cover holidays and sickness, currently covering three days per week.
Occasional reception duties may be required.
Reports to: Practice Management & Partners
Main duties include secretarial support, mail handling, efficient use of the E-Referral system, liaising with external and internal contacts, and providing reception cover as needed, including appointment scheduling and patient interactions.
Assist in collating reliable in-house statistics.
Maintain politeness and courtesy to all contacts, acting in the best interest of the centre, its patients, and staff.
Undertake other tasks as assigned by Partners or Management.
Person Specification Experience Essential Experience with the E-Referral system
Desirable Experience in primary care and using Emis Web
Qualifications Essential Experience in a busy office environment
Desirable Experience working in a GP surgery; knowledge of Emis Web
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post requires a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Employer details Employer name The University Health Centre
Address 12 Sand Street, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 3AL
Employer's website https://universityhealthhuddersfield.co.uk/
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