The Role
Supervise an administrative team of secretaries and administrative clerks and provide comprehensive administrative support to a team of clinicians, enabling clinicians to operate effectively and efficiently. Ensure the work of the administrative team is carried out in accordance with NHS Lanarkshire’s standard operating procedures.
NHS Lanarkshire
We are NHS Lanarkshire. We prioritise patient care and service delivery, serving a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in North and South Lanarkshire.
What we’ll need you to bring
* SVQ level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience) plus at least 2 years’ experience as a medical secretary
* Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
* Evidence of effective team working and dealing with change
* Evidence of good communication skills with patients, clinicians and colleagues
* Advanced audio typing skills
* Strong competence with relevant IT systems
* Excellent organisational skills
* Proven ability to work under pressure
It would be great if you also have
* Possess or be working towards ECDL or equivalent
* Demonstrable secretarial experience in an equivalent position
* Supervisory or mentorship experience in an equivalent position
* Knowledge and understanding of Mental Health Act
* Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office packages
* Ability to prioritise workload and work on own initiative
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Excellent time management skills
* Ability to work under pressure and accurate keyboard skills
Contract type
* Permanent
* Full time
* 37 hours
Location and Working Pattern
This role will be based in Community Mental Health Team within Hunter Health Centre.
Working pattern:
* Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
Looking to find out more?
If you’re looking to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
Please contact Sandra Leggate, Assistant OSM, on the contact details provided in the information pack or recruitment notice.
Why NHS Lanarkshire?
Join us to work in a supportive environment that helps you grow your skills and career. Benefits may include:
* A minimum of 27 days annual leave rising with length of service
* A minimum of 8 public holidays
* Membership of NHS Pension Scheme with life insurance benefits
* Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
* Occupational health services
* Employee counselling services
* Work-life balance policies and procedures
Further information
For more information on the role, refer to the Job Description. For information on the recruitment process or the organisation, refer to the information pack or the recruitment webpage.
Additional Information for Applicants
* Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. We may close the advert early if there is high interest.
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NHS Lanarkshire is committed to building a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive and succeed based on skills, knowledge and talent, regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience.
Prospective applicants should check UK work eligibility in advance of applying. NHS Lanarkshire reserves the right to check entitlement to work in the UK for all prospective employees.
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