Support Medical Secretary- Gynaecology, Bradford BD9 6RJ

Job summary

Closing Date:08.06.26(this may change dependent on response).

Shortlisting to take place following closing date commencing09.06.26

Interview expected to take place in the week commencing15.06.26

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Gynaecology Team in the role of a Support Medical Secretary at Bradford Royal Infirmary.

This role will support the Gynae Oscopy team, who's clinical services include Colposcopy and Hysteroscopy.

For the Support Medical Secretary role you will work within a multi-disciplinary team, and be responsible for a range of duties related to patient pathway management, including; diary management, audio transcription and word processing of clinical letters, production of reports and other correspondence as required by the Medical Team. The post holder will be expected to cross cover colleagues of the same and other bandings in times of annual leave and sickness.

Candidates will have excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills, a flexible approach to their work and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. The post holder will need to work with minimal supervision and have the ability to meet deadlines. Applicants must provide evidence of previous medical secretarial experience. A knowledge of patient pathway management in accordance with the Trust's Access Policy and other National and Local targets such as 18 Week RTT and cancer is essential.

Main duties of the job

The job holder will be responsible for the effective provision of a comprehensive secretarial and administrative service to a clinical specialty team. Responsible for the provision of a range of secretarial and administrative duties, including, audio transcription and word processing of clinical letters, production of reports and other correspondence as required by the medical team and telephone cover as and when required.

The post holder will also be responsible for providing cross cover to colleagues which at times will include processing of referrals, monitoring 18 wk RTT, monitoring and actioning of waiting lists, booking appointments and cashing up clinics, rescheduling clinics, monitoring fast track referrals and clinics.

To act as the focal point of contact and be responsible for the dissemination of information, messages and enquiries for the medical team, liaising with multi-disciplinary team members, other health professionals and staff within and outside of BTHFT.

The job holder will have extensive involvement with Clinicians and Service Managers across the Trust to ensure that patients are treated in accordance with the Trust's policy and procedures

About us

At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.

We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.

In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand-new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.

An appropriate speed and accuracy of typing is required for this role and this will be assessed at interview. Medical secretarial experience is essential. You will have a high standard of communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with staff at all levels. You will have enthusiasm, motivation and demonstrate pride in your work.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Please see attached for the job description document for this post for further details in regards to the main responsibilities of the role.

An appropriate speed and accuracy of typing is required for this role and this will be assessed at interview. Medical secretarial experience is essential. You will have a high standard of communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work with staff at all levels. You will have enthusiasm, motivation and demonstrate pride in your work.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous secretarial/office experience
• Experience of working face to face and/or telephone contact with the general public
• Support/Medical Secretary Experience

Skills

Essential

• Literacy and Numeracy skills
• Excellent keyboard skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Audio Typing
• Shorthand

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
• Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages, including use of Excel and Power-point, internet, e-mail etc
• Knowledge of Patient Administration System (or equivalent system)
• Medical Terminology
• Understanding and basic working knowledge of the National 18 week RTT Policy and how to apply it

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard*
• Vocational qualification level 3 or equivalent
• An appropriate speed and accuracy of typing is required for this role and this will be assessed at interview

Desirable

• Advanced secretarial qualifications
• Medical Secretary Diploma

Person Specification
Experience

Essential

• Previous secretarial/office experience
• Experience of working face to face and/or telephone contact with the general public
• Support/Medical Secretary Experience

Skills

Essential

• Literacy and Numeracy skills
• Excellent keyboard skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to achieve thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing a task
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Audio Typing
• Shorthand

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
• Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages, including use of Excel and Power-point, internet, e-mail etc
• Knowledge of Patient Administration System (or equivalent system)
• Medical Terminology
• Understanding and basic working knowledge of the National 18 week RTT Policy and how to apply it

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard*
• Vocational qualification level 3 or equivalent
• An appropriate speed and accuracy of typing is required for this role and this will be assessed at interview

Desirable

• Advanced secretarial qualifications
• Medical Secretary Diploma

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Bradford Royal Infirmary

Duckworth Lane

Bradford

BD9 6RJ

United Kingdom

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