Medical Secretary

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, adaptable and well-motivated Administrator to join us as a Medical Secretary within our Mid ICA Team providing secretarial support to Consultant Psychiatrists and their teams. The post holder should demonstrate a caring and sensitive approach to their work. If you aren't a medical secretary but feel you have the transferable skills, a willingness to learn and adapt then please do apply.

Main Duties of the Job

• To maintain confidentiality at all times and sensitivity when dealing with contentious and complex information.
• Co-ordinate and organise action arising from correspondence and ensure prompt and efficient response, as required, by the Consultants and Junior Medical Support Staff.
• Co-ordination with other professionals, outside Agencies, legal staff, Trust staff etc.
• Responsible for up-to-date maintenance of diaries for the medical team.
• Maintain clinic lists to ensure clients are seen within key target times.
• Attend meetings, as necessary, take and transcribe minutes, follow actions notes and disseminate information as required.

About Us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability. We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK. Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff. Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services.

Job Responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education Qualifications

Essential:

• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
• RSA/OCR II Audio-Typing or equivalent qualification or experience
• Computer Literate with experience of spreadsheets and databases

Skills and Knowledge

Essential:

• Ability to manage own workload and work independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise and work on own initiative

Knowledge and Abilities

Essential:

• Minute taking

Employer Details

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Address: Truro Health Park, Infirmary Hill, Truro PL31 2QT

Employer's website: https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/

Employer Contact Details

For questions about the job, contact:

Business Support Lead for Children's Services: Laura Patrick

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