Job summary
- Main area
- Oncology - Peterborough
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 30 hours per week
- Job ref
- 176-Med-6420585
- Employer
- North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Peterborough City Hospital
- Town
- Peterborough
- Salary
- £22,816 - £24,336 pa pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- Today at 23:59
Employer heading
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Medical Secretary - Peterborough
Band 3
Job overview
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our small but very busy and dedicated Cancer Services Admin Team.
The successful candidate will provide administrative support to Consultants and their medical team within the Department and also ensuring the provision of an effective service.
** Please note this role is not eligible for sponsorship**
Main duties of the job
To assist in the provision of an efficient typing, filing and administrative support service to Consultants and their medical team within the Cancer Services Admin Team. Ensuring the provision of an effective service which is receptive to the needs of the patient and responsive to Trust requirements. Monitor and update 18 weeks and LROs. To ensure all clinic prep is completed prior to patient’s outpatient appointment.
Support the Senior Medical Secretary with any duties as required and to cover for the Senior Medical Secretary in their absence.
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for further information relating to this role.
Person specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Qualified to Level 2/GCSE level or equivalent which includes Maths and English
- RSA II or equivalent typing / word processing qualification
- Audio typing qualification or significant recent audio typing experience
Desirable criteria
- NVQ/BTEC Level 2 in Business Administration
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working with general public and/or NHS professionals
- Evidenced significant recent secretarial / administration experience
- Experience of using MS Office, Word, Excel and Outlook
- Demonstrate and understanding of customer care/ability to work with sensitive and confidential information
Desirable criteria
- Recent experience of Trust IT systems – incl Medway, E-track, Scrik / Epro and ICE
- Experience of working in the NHS and understanding of medical terminology and national targets
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge /understanding of Information Governance and GDPR
- Ability to teach others acquired knowledge and skills
- Ability to facilitate change within the work area
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge /understanding of Trust IT systems
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Michelle Marriner
- Job title
- Senior Medical Secretary
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01733 673186
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Resourcing Department
Hinchingbrooke Hospital
Hinchingbrooke Park
Huntingdon
Cambs
PE29 6NT
- Telephone
- 01480 416741
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