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Are you ready to embark on a career where your professionalism meets confidentiality, your meticulous nature thrives, and your ability to handle pressure shines? Look no further!

We are currently looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Secretarial Assistant to join ENT within the Head & Neck Unit at Peterborough City Hospital. 

The ideal candidate will possess a high degree of professionalism, are meticulous in their work and have the ability to work under pressure at times. 

Main duties of the job

To assist in the provision of an efficient, responsive and flexible service to support the secretarial team, consultants and their medical team, to assist in the smooth running, participation and efficient organisation of the daily routine duties in the ENT department. 

To provide a high volume of accurate and comprehensive typing of clinical letters, paying attention to detail at all times. 

To ensure the provision of the patient pathways, which is receptive to the needs of the patient and responsive to Trust requirements and national and local targets.  

To be responsible for office duties, including dealing with the post, scanning and filing patient documentation as necessary.

To ensure excellent customer service by dealing with incoming telephone queries appropriately and in a timely manner, upholding confidentiality at all times. 

Provide assistance to the other members of the team and assist with their workloads as necessary. 

Working for our organisation

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.  Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.