Medical Secretary – Paediatric Orthopaedics, The Portland Hospital
Full‑time (37.5 hours per week), permanent. We’re looking for a Medical Secretary to join our dedicated team at The Portland Hospital. In this role, you’ll support two consultants working alongside the Practice Manager.
What You’ll Do
* Provide full secretarial support to the practice (including audio‑typing of clinical/non‑clinical material, reports, etc.), whilst maintaining confidentiality.
* Arrange investigations and consultations using hospital data systems.
* Manage other correspondence and telephone contacts appropriately.
* Maintain and file accurate patient records, including appropriate patient case note filing and preparation of relevant clinic notes prior to outpatient clinics which take place on a daily basis.
What You’ll Bring
* Previous medical secretarial experience is essential.
* Significant understanding of medical terminology.
* Strong attention to detail, accurate typing and letter proof‑reading skills.
* Computer literacy.
* Excellent communication skills.
Why HCA UK
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested >£500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We care for our employees and empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day.
You’ll Be Eligible For
* 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave.
* Private healthcare insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals.
* Private pension contribution which increases with length of service.
* Season ticket loan and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
* Group life assurance from day one.
* Critical illness cover.
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
* Corporate staff discount for all facilities, including maternity packages at The Portland.
* Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you.
* Discounts with over 800 major retailers.
Culture and Values
At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and different experiences each of us brings, knowing that when you feel seen, heard and supported you can be at your best for our patients and each other.
Our mission is simple: Above all else we’re committed to the care and improvement of human life. To achieve this we live and breathe four core values:
* Unique and individual.
* Kindness and compassion.
* Honesty, integrity and fairness.
* Loyalty, respect and dignity.
Reasonable Adjustments
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements and offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and in the workplace to anyone who needs them.
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