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Job summary

Main area
Breast
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 4
Contract
Fixed term: 12 months (Secondment opportunity for internal applicants also available)
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
223-DCB-222
Employer
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Princess Royal Hospital
Town
Telford
Salary
£26,530 - £29,114 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
16/04/2025 23:59

Employer heading

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust logo

Data Coordinator - Breast

NHS AfC: Band 4

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has become available to join our Medical Secretary team, working within the Breast department  in the Surgical Centre. The post holder will join a team of Medical Secretaries who organise the Consultant's workload, diaries and clinical correspondence to ensure that an efficient service is provided to our patients. 

Applicants should already possess 4 GCSE's (grades 9 - 4) or equivalent, RSA stage 3 typing, word processing (or have equivalent experience), knowledge of MS Office and be working towards NVQ Level 3 Business/ Medical Admin or AMSPAR.  The ability to plan and prioritise a varied workload is essential as are good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a variety of staff groups at all levels.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will produce accurate clinical and general correspondence to Patients, colleagues and GP's, regularly using complex and sensitive medical terminology from audio transcription and self generated correspondence.  You will be required to respond appropriately to telephone calls from patients, who can sometimes be distressed or anxious, and deal with their concerns and resolve their queries sensitively.

You should have knowledge of good practice and system of work within the secretarial / PA field, knowledge of Health & Safety and an understanding of confidentiality / data protection issues.

The successful applicants will gain valuable experience in the day-to-day management of a busy Medical Secretaries office.

Working for our organisation

Join us at The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives everything we do.

We're on a mission to provide high quality, safe care to our patients, in an environment our incredible staff are proud to work in.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • 4 GCSE's at grades 9-4 (or equivalent)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages eg PowerPoint, Word, Excel and other IT skills acquired through training and practical experience
Desirable criteria
  • NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Audio typing experience
  • Previous secretarial / PA experience
  • Knowledge of medical terminology
  • Customer Care experience
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of PAS systems
  • Medical secretarial experience

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Application numbers

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Georgia-mae Hughes
Job title
Medical Secretary Supervisor
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01743 261000
Additional information

01743 261000, ext  3708

If you have problems applying, contact

Address
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Shrewsbury Business Park
1 Douglas Court
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6LG
Telephone
01743 492402
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