Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an Audio Typist within the Neurology Department at York Hospital.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who can work effectively using their own initiative, as well as being part of a team. They must be a proficient Audio Typist with the ability to transcribe complex digital dictation.
The successful candidate will posses GCSE English Language, Grade C or above, or equivalent. They must also possess excellent typing skills as well as previous clerical/administrative experience, preferably in a healthcare or customer based setting.
Please Note: The position is for hours per week over Mon-Wed.
We look forward to receiving your application!
If you wish to apply for this post as a Secondment opportunity, please seek permission from your current line manager before applying.
This post may become permanent in future.
Main duties of the job
Duties will mainly include the audio typing of outpatient/admin letters and reports and dealing with any subsequent instruction as indicated by the dictation such as making outpatient appointments.
1. Audio typing of outpatient clinic, discharge and general administrative letters.
2. Filing, photocopying and other administrative tasks as necessary.
3. Provide typing and administrative support to the medical secretariat within the Directorate as requires.
4. Deal with routine internal telephone queries.
5. Respond in a professional and sensitive manner when dealing withconfidential issues.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
6. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
7. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
8. A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage.
9. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
10. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
11. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
12. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
13. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements
Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
14. GCSE English Language, Grade C or above ( or equivalent)
15. Word processing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)
16. Typing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
17. Previous clerical/administrative experience
18. Experience of working in a customer focused environment
19. Experience of using a variety of IT applications, including Microsoft Office
Knowledge
Desirable
20. Knowledge of medical terminology
21. Knowledge of office applications and procedures