Overview
The post involves all aspects of secretarial and administrative support to a Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist. This role requires an experienced Personal Assistant with the skills and qualifications to meet the needs of the role. This involves strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a clear communicator. There will also be the need to take accurate formal minutes for prolonged periods of time. The post holder helps co-ordinate all aspects of patients care which will involve close liaison with Psychologists, Social Worker, Occupational Therapists as well as family and friends of the patient. The post requires an excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages. Experience of using/accessing databases would also be an advantage although training will be given on our electronic patient record information system.
Responsibilities
* Prioritise workload to support the service provided by the clinical team and be an effective communicator with members of the multi-disciplinary team, other health care professionals and relatives / carers of the patients.
* Ability to prioritise and work on own initiative, be reliable producing accurate work, be organised, diplomatic, and demonstrate flexibility; remain confident and calm in all situations.
Qualifications and Skills
* Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or in a similar administrative role.
* Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and clear communication.
* Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office; experience with databases; training available on the electronic patient record information system.
* Ability to take accurate formal minutes and coordinate patient care with a multi-disciplinary team.
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