Job summary At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Medical Secretary to join our Cardiology team within the Heart Centre. You will work alongside the existing administrative team to provide comprehensive and efficient secretarial support to our Specialist Nurses, Consultants and other clinicians within the team. You will need to be a highly motivated, flexible and a team player with excellent organisational and communication skills. The ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritise your own workload is essential. We are looking for an experienced secretary with high standards and an eye for detail. You must have the ability to multi-task and work in a busy, ever changing environment. Main duties of the job Position is a 12 months fixed term, full time hours (30 hours) Monday to Friday or working over 4 days. You will have previous Medical Secretarial experience, be able to work on your own initiative with well-developed communication and interpersonal skills. Previous applicants need not apply To provide comprehensive secretarial support to the medical and nursing staff. The job will involve prioritisation of work, booking outpatient appointments via e-referral, answering telephone queries, typing and liaising with GP Practices. Effective management of outpatient and inpatient waiting lists including compliance with the Patient Access Policy and NHS targets to ensure waiting time standards are achieved, taking into account clinical priority. Monitoring and management of incomplete pathways. An understanding of the EPR computer system is desirable but not essential, as full training will be given. About us University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we are proud to serve around three million people and we're highly regarded for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. All of our employees make a valuable contribution regardless of role here at UHNM and we are proud of our wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their true potential. UHNM create and encourage a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected. In return we ask all of our employees to make a commitment to the values, co-created by or staff, patients and carers, and that unite us as a Trust. At University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust we know that investing in, supporting and developing our staff has a direct impact on the quality of care that we deliver. Our employees are as important as our patients and the population that we serve. Job description Job responsibilities To provide comprehensive secretarial support to the medical and nursing staff. The job will involve prioritisation of work, booking outpatient appointments via e-referral, answering telephone queries, typing and liaising with GP Practices. Effective management of outpatient and inpatient waiting lists including compliance with the Patient Access Policy and NHS targets to ensure waiting time standards are achieved, taking into account clinical priority. Monitoring and management of incomplete pathways. Possession of audio transcription, GCSE English (Grade C or above) or equivalent is essential. Possession of an AMSPAR Diploma or equivalent would be a distinct advantage and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office. Informal enquiries to: Kellie Smith, Operational Services Manager, Heart Centre, University Hospital of North Midlands, TEL: 01782 675081 Job description Job responsibilities To provide comprehensive secretarial support to the medical and nursing staff. The job will involve prioritisation of work, booking outpatient appointments via e-referral, answering telephone queries, typing and liaising with GP Practices. Effective management of outpatient and inpatient waiting lists including compliance with the Patient Access Policy and NHS targets to ensure waiting time standards are achieved, taking into account clinical priority. Monitoring and management of incomplete pathways. Possession of audio transcription, GCSE English (Grade C or above) or equivalent is essential. Possession of an AMSPAR Diploma or equivalent would be a distinct advantage and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office. Informal enquiries to: Kellie Smith, Operational Services Manager, Heart Centre, University Hospital of North Midlands, TEL: 01782 675081 Person Specification Essential Qualifications Essential Good general education to include GCSE English or equivalent Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience Essential Secretarial Experience Audio Typing Knowledge of patient administration and other related systems Knowledge of medical terminology Excellent written and communication skills Desirable RTT pathways Knowledge of the hospital EPR systems Supervisory experience Person Specification Essential Qualifications Essential Good general education to include GCSE English or equivalent Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience Essential Secretarial Experience Audio Typing Knowledge of patient administration and other related systems Knowledge of medical terminology Excellent written and communication skills Desirable RTT pathways Knowledge of the hospital EPR systems Supervisory experience 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.. Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.. Employer details Employer name University Hospital of North Midlands NHS Trust Address University Hospital of North Midlands Newcastle Road Stoke on Trent ST4 6QG United Kingdom Employer's website