Overview
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for the post of Assistant Medical Secretary / Administrator, based in the Ophthalmology Department at York Hospital. The successful candidate will provide support to the Medical Secretaries and their Consultant Teams, and be a proficient Audio Typist with the ability to transcribe complex audio tapes and digital dictation, which will include complicated medical terminology. Excellent administration/secretarial skills and audio-typing experience are necessary, as well as a good understanding of customer relations. You will regularly be required to deal with queries from patients, consultants and GPs and use electronic work lists to actively monitor patient pathways together with general administrative tasks.
We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible individual, who can work effectively using their own initiative, as well as being part of this superb Administrative Team. The successful candidate will be required to work well under pressure, with the ability to prioritise the demands of a busy office and manage their time and workload efficiently and effectively. They will also be required to work unsupervised and communicate with consultants on a regular basis. The successful candidate will possess GCSE English Language grade C or above (or equivalent) and a relevant typing qualification of RSA II standard (or demonstrable keyboard skills), as well as previous clerical/administrative experience, preferably in a healthcare setting.
Benefits
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
* For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
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