Medical Secretary
The closing date is 27 April 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Medical Secretary to join the Radiology Service at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff. As an experienced secretary, the post holder will have excellent communication skills and experience of using Microsoft IT systems on a daily basis. Ideally, the successful candidate will have experience of using NHS systems and coordinating MDT's. The post holder will require the ability to work well under pressure, use their own initiative, have good interpersonal skills and be able to work well independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
The post holder will need to be highly motivated, flexible to the needs of the service, and possess good organisational skills, and be able to demonstrate excellent word processing ability. The successful candidate would benefit from having previous experience of working in a busy and challenging office environment.
You will work closely with assigned Consultants and other Medical Staff to provide a comprehensive Medical Secretary service and support the administrative aspects of their role.
It is essential that the successful candidate is a highly motivated individual with excellent typing and interpersonal skills, including a sound knowledge of medical terminology. The post holder will need to meet tight deadlines, manage confidential patient information and maintain high standards relating to administrative processes.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
* Previous experience as an Audio Typist / Secretary or Secretarial Admin assistant.
* Previous NHS/Healthcare experience and handling sensitive and confidential information with the public.
Skills
* Excellent keyboard skills. Experience of using MS Office IT packages. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills. Excellent telephone manner.
* Knowledge of radiological terminology and/or medical terminology.
Special Knowledge
* Excellent understanding of the Data Protection Act and GDPR.
* Experience in the coordination of MDT's.
Personal Qualities
* Pleasant and friendly manner. Adaptability, ability to work well within a multidisciplinary environment, to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
* Ability to speak Welsh.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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