Higher Level Medical Secretary - Paediatrics, Telford
Client: The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Location: Telford, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 78e6ce10e28c
Job Views: 4
Posted: 14.07.2025
Expiry Date: 28.08.2025
Job Description:
INTERNAL VACANCY
This post is for internal candidates of The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. Applications from external candidates will be automatically rejected.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Medical Secretary team in the Paediatric department within the Women and Children's Centre. The successful candidate will support the Consultants by managing their workload, diaries, and clinical correspondence, ensuring efficient service delivery.
Applicants should have at least 4 GCSEs (grades 9 - 4) or equivalent, RSA stage 3 typing, word processing skills or equivalent experience, knowledge of MS Office, and be working towards NVQ Level 3 Business/Medical Admin or AMSPAR. Strong planning, prioritisation, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential.
Knowledge of secretarial/PA practices, Health & Safety, and confidentiality/data protection is required. The role offers valuable experience in managing a busy Medical Secretaries' office.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will produce accurate clinical and general correspondence, often using complex medical terminology from audio transcription. Handling telephone calls from patients, including distressed or anxious individuals, and resolving their queries sensitively is also part of the role.
Working for your organisation
You will work alongside a team of Paediatrics Medical Secretaries supporting Consultants and Nurse Specialists across various specialties, providing a diverse and interesting workload.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached document titled 'Job Description'.
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