University Hospitals of North Midlands is currently unable to provide sponsorship for this role. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a graduate visa, you are welcome to apply for this role; however, UHNM will be unable to offer sponsorship at the end of your graduate visa. You must also have at least six months remaining until your visa expires at the start of employment for training and operational reasons.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced medical secretary to join our team as a Cardiology Medical Support Secretary within the Heart Centre.
You will work alongside the existing administrative team to provide comprehensive and efficient secretarial support.
We are looking for a highly motivated and flexible team player with excellent organisational and communication skills. The ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritise your workload is essential. A secretary with high standards and an eye for detail is required. You must be able to multi-task and work in a busy, ever-changing environment.
This position is 18.75 hours per week, working Wednesday to Friday.
If you obtained your qualifications overseas, you will be required to provide an official government translation through ECCTIS (formerly NARIC). This is in addition to any professional registration requirements and does not replace your qualifications.
If you are currently in the UK on a visa, you must have at least six months remaining on your visa at the time of application to ensure sufficient time for recruitment and training.
The post holder will need to demonstrate good communication skills, flexibility, reliability, and an organised approach to work. Working as part of a team of Medical Secretaries, you will support the management of waiting lists, typing of clinical letters, theatre scheduling, clinic utilisation, along with daily office duties as required by the clinical team.
The post holder will have skills in all areas of administrative functions to support the patient pathway.
The position will be based at Royal Stoke University Hospital but may require cross-site working and travel between Royal Stoke University Hospital (Stoke-on-Trent) and the County Hospital (Stafford).
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. We serve around three million people and are highly regarded for our facilities, teaching, and research. The Trust has around 1,450 inpatient beds across two sites in Stoke-on-Trent and Stafford. Our 11,000-strong workforce provides emergency treatment, planned operations, and medical care from Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital in Stafford.
We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We offer a wide range of development packages to ensure everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work, and research.
Investing in the health and wellbeing of our staff is a priority. We offer flexible working options, including full-time, part-time, and bank hours. We are committed to flexible and agile working where relevant to the role and service. You can specify your preferences upon application.
For further details or informal visits, contact:
* Name: Amy Sherwin
* Job title: Operational Services Manager
* Email: amy.sherwin@uhnm.nhs.uk
* Telephone: 01782 671272
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