Medical Secretary
Circle Reading Hospital – 37.5 hours permanent.
Salary: Up to £26,000 per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification).
Overview
Circle Reading Hospital is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals and clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.
Duties of this role include
* Provide dedicated secretarial support to one or more consultants, including diary management, clinic preparation, and transcription of clinical correspondence.
* Type letters, reports and medical documentation from audio dictation or handwritten notes with a high level of accuracy.
* Prepare and distribute clinic letters and follow‑up documentation promptly to GPs, patients and referrers.
* Liaise with patients to confirm appointments, investigations, admissions and follow‑up arrangements.
* Act as a point of contact for patient queries, delivering a professional and compassionate service at all times.
* Support the booking of tests, procedures or consultations, ensuring all pre‑appointment requirements are met.
Applicants should meet the following criteria
* 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 (e.g., PAS, EPR, Dictation software).
* Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy clinical environment.
* AMSPAR qualification or equivalent in medical secretarial studies.
* Knowledge of private healthcare systems, billing processes and insurance protocols.
* Familiarity with patient record systems.
* Experience supporting consultant‑led services or surgical specialties.
Salary & benefits
* 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service.
* Private Pension Scheme.
* Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre‑existing medical conditions.
* Friends & Family Hospital Discounts.
* Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay.
* Non‑contributory life insurance.
* Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits.
* Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing.
* Employee recognition programmes.
* Industry leading training and development opportunities.
For more information about the Circle Health Group philosophy, visit https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy.
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