Job summary Applications are invited for the position of a Band 3 Medical Secretary within the busy Neurology Department at Ysbyty Gwynedd. It is essential that applicants hold the relevant qualifications as per the person specifications, previous medical secretarial experience would be desirable as would a high level of audio typing skills and a good telephone manner. The successful candidate must have a good understanding of MS Office applications including Word, Outlook and Excel. Main duties of the job The post holder will possess excellent time management skills, be well organised and have the ability to prioritise workload demands to meet strict deadlines whilst producing work to the highest standards. The post holder must also have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, using discretion, judgment and initiative. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential together with a keen eye for detail, with the ability to process and generate urgent and routine correspondence. Candidates must be able to maintain patient confidentiality and ensure a high standard of customer care at all times. It is essential that the successful candidate has a flexible approach to work to meet the demands of the service. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Date posted 17 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,433 to £26,060 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 050-AC008-0125-A Job locations Ysbyty Gwynedd Penrhosgarnedd Bangor LL57 2PW Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in TRAC. Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in TRAC. Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Business administration L2 or equivalent experience or AMSPAR Level 3 Diploma in Medical administration or equivalent Medical Secretarial experience RSA/ OCR level 3/ ECDL or equivalent experience Desirable Management qualification or working towards. NVQ 3 Customer Service Experience Essential Experience of coordinating administration activities. Experience of working as a medical secretary Experience of organising workload and people Desirable Previous NHS experience Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Advanced typing skills Will work unsupervised Excellent customer service skills Excellent organisational skills Will prioritise own workload Minute taking experience Knowledge Essential Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft office applications Evidence of Continual Personal Development Desirable ESR self service (or equivalent experience of application ) Knowledge of Referral to Treatment process (RTT) Personal Qualities Essential Good team working ethic Enthusiasm and commitment Proactive and positive attitude Be innovative to meet the challenges of a changing organisation Customer focused approach Other relevant requirements Essential If required be able to travel between sites if relevant to the demands of the post Desirable Welsh speaker Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ Business administration L2 or equivalent experience or AMSPAR Level 3 Diploma in Medical administration or equivalent Medical Secretarial experience RSA/ OCR level 3/ ECDL or equivalent experience Desirable Management qualification or working towards. NVQ 3 Customer Service Experience Essential Experience of coordinating administration activities. Experience of working as a medical secretary Experience of organising workload and people Desirable Previous NHS experience Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Advanced typing skills Will work unsupervised Excellent customer service skills Excellent organisational skills Will prioritise own workload Minute taking experience Knowledge Essential Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft office applications Evidence of Continual Personal Development Desirable ESR self service (or equivalent experience of application ) Knowledge of Referral to Treatment process (RTT) Personal Qualities Essential Good team working ethic Enthusiasm and commitment Proactive and positive attitude Be innovative to meet the challenges of a changing organisation Customer focused approach Other relevant requirements Essential If required be able to travel between sites if relevant to the demands of the post Desirable Welsh speaker 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Ysbyty Gwynedd Penrhosgarnedd Bangor LL57 2PW Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)