Job summary
- Main area
- Urology Speciality Secretary
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 331-L6310624
- Employer
- University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Lancaster Infirmary
- Town
- Lancaster
- Salary
- £22,816 - £24,336 Per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 10/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Speciality Secretary
NHS AfC: Band 3
''Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work''
University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from likeminded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Overseas candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the gov.uk website.
Job overview
We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic, well-motivated secretary to join our medical secretarial team within the surgery and Critical care division at Royal Lancaster Infirmary. Current or recent Secretarial experience, with a typing qualification is desirable, together with a good standard of English. Knowledge of medical terminology and IT systems would be an advantage, although training will be given.
Working as part of a small team, you will be required to liaise with patients and a number of internal and external departments, agencies and providers; therefore highly developed communication skills are essential.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to provide a robust and comprehensive secretarial and administration service to the Specialty team, Service Managers, Senior Medical Staff and their teams.
Working for our organisation
We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre.
FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.
WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.
All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/
Person specification
Education and qualifications
Essential criteria
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent to include Maths and English language
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience in business admin
Desirable criteria
- ECDL or recognised typing qualification or relevant experience
- OCR/RSA Level 3 or ability to type 60 words per minute
- Audio typing equivalent qualification or experience
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous administration and/or clerical experience
- Audio typing experience or relevant IT skills and experience
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working with a digital dictating system
- Previous secretarial experience
Skills, abillity and Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of data protection and the requirement for confidentiality
- Evidence of clear communication, skills, with the ability to use tact and diplomacy at all times
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft office 365 packages
- Proficiency in English Language
- Able to work following instruction and procedures
- Ability to work as part of a team and be a supportive team member
- Accuracy and attention to detail
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge and use of medical terminology
- Knowledge of the Lorenzo computer system
- Awareness of H&S issues
Personal qualities
Essential criteria
- Self motivated
- Co-operative, flexible, enthusiastic, approachable and friendly
- Excellent communication skills
- Willingness to adopt new working practices as and when necessary Aptitude and willingness to learn
- Clear understanding of patient confidentiality
Desirable criteria
- Willingness to self develop
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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
- Amy Johnson
- Job title
- Deputy Clinical Service Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01524551680
- Additional information
For an informal chat or further information please contact Amy Johnson, Deputy Clinical Service Manager for Urology. 01524 551680 or via email, [email protected]
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