Job summary Medical Secretary Surgical Business Unit Vascular Pilgrim Hospital, Boston Band 3 22.5 hours per week Permanent Main duties of the job About the Role We are looking for a Medical secretary who will be responsible for supporting the clinical team in delivering high quality patient care and ensuring a comprehensive secretarial and administrative service is provided to the medical staff and their teams. The post holder will report to the Specialty Co-ordinator and ensure the CQUIN typing target and validation is completed accurately and in a timely manner. About the Department We have one vacancy within the department of the Vascular, Business Unit. This position is for 22.5 hours per week. You will be working alongside 1 Specialty Co-ordinator, 4 other medical secretaries and supporting the Consultants and their teams. There are also 2 Medical Secretarial Assistants. Also 1 Elective Access Clerk. The Department is always busy with something to do. About us About the Trust - Branding Statement The United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust was formed in April 2000 by the merger of the three former acute hospital trusts in Lincolnshire, creating one of the largest hospital trusts in the country. We provide a comprehensive range of hospital based medical, surgical, paediatric, obstetric and gynaecological services to over 800,000 people across the county of Lincolnshire. We operate four hospital sites and deliver services in a range of other settings; we employ around 7,800 staff, and have a turnover in excess of £400m per annum. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Part Time £14,442 - £15,404 per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 357-PR-1122-24 Job locations Boston Pilgrim Hospital Boston PE21 9QS Job description Job responsibilities What were looking for Enthusiasm is more important than experience but you need to have GCSE English grade C or equivalent as well as typing and word processing skills. You should be a competent user of Microsoft word and excel. A flexible approach to work is required and an ability to get on with others in a team based environment. You will need to use your initiative and prioritise work to achieve tight deadlines. Recent experience of the NHS and knowledge of medical terminology would be an advantage. The Department is always busy with something to do. About the Role. We are looking for a Medical secretary who will be responsible for supporting the clinical team in delivering high quality patient care and ensuring a comprehensive secretarial and administrative service is provided to the medical staff and their teams. The post holder will report to the Specialty Co-ordinator and ensure the CQUIN typing target and validation is completed accurately and in a timely manner. What were looking for Enthusiasm is more important than experience but you need to have GCSE English grade C or equivalent as well as typing and word processing skills. You should be a competent user of Microsoft word and excel. A flexible approach to work is required and an ability to get on with others in a team based environment. You will need to use your initiative and prioritise work to achieve tight deadlines. Recent experience of the NHS and knowledge of medical terminology would be an advantage. Benefits In return, we will support your personal development and continued professional development, and offer you to be part of our team. The NHS also offers one of the most competitive benefits package with regards to Annual Leave, Pensions and a comprehensive range of NHS Discounts. To submit an application, please click on the apply button below and submit your application. Equality statement United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust recognises that everyone is different, and values the unique contribution that individual experiences, knowledge and skills make in delivering quality healthcare and becoming a model employer. The Trust is committed to Equal Opportunities and improving working lives. We welcome applications from members of the minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. All applications will be treated on merit. Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults United Lincolnshire Hospitals Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults, both as service users and visitors to Trust premises. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. Job description Job responsibilities What were looking for Enthusiasm is more important than experience but you need to have GCSE English grade C or equivalent as well as typing and word processing skills. You should be a competent user of Microsoft word and excel. A flexible approach to work is required and an ability to get on with others in a team based environment. You will need to use your initiative and prioritise work to achieve tight deadlines. Recent experience of the NHS and knowledge of medical terminology would be an advantage. The Department is always busy with something to do. About the Role. We are looking for a Medical secretary who will be responsible for supporting the clinical team in delivering high quality patient care and ensuring a comprehensive secretarial and administrative service is provided to the medical staff and their teams. The post holder will report to the Specialty Co-ordinator and ensure the CQUIN typing target and validation is completed accurately and in a timely manner. What were looking for Enthusiasm is more important than experience but you need to have GCSE English grade C or equivalent as well as typing and word processing skills. You should be a competent user of Microsoft word and excel. A flexible approach to work is required and an ability to get on with others in a team based environment. You will need to use your initiative and prioritise work to achieve tight deadlines. Recent experience of the NHS and knowledge of medical terminology would be an advantage. Benefits In return, we will support your personal development and continued professional development, and offer you to be part of our team. The NHS also offers one of the most competitive benefits package with regards to Annual Leave, Pensions and a comprehensive range of NHS Discounts. To submit an application, please click on the apply button below and submit your application. Equality statement United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust recognises that everyone is different, and values the unique contribution that individual experiences, knowledge and skills make in delivering quality healthcare and becoming a model employer. The Trust is committed to Equal Opportunities and improving working lives. We welcome applications from members of the minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. All applications will be treated on merit. Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults United Lincolnshire Hospitals Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults, both as service users and visitors to Trust premises. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. Person Specification Previous experience Essential Recent Secretarial experience Desirable Knowledge of medical terminology Knowledge of PAS Knowledge of 18 week RTT pathway Qualifications Essential Typing, Audio and Word/Text Processing skills to RSA III or equivalent knowledge acquired through further experience GCSE English Language Grade C or equivalent Desirable Medical secretary qualifications Shorthand minimum 90 wpm 4 GCSE Grade C or equivalent NVQ III or equivalent AMSPAR - Medical Terminology Certificate Stage 1 - Management Development or equivalent D32/33 Assessor Award or equivalent Skills Essential Ability to complete tasks accurately and efficiently Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise workload to achieve deadlines Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to communicate and work in a team Competent Microsoft Word User Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: ?Patient Centred ?Safety ?Compassion ?Respect and ?Excellence Awareness and Knowledge of the dignity in care agenda. Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework Desirable Validation of 18 week RTT pathway Specific requirements Essential Conscientious in standard of work produced Ability to work under pressure Clear understanding of the importance of confidentiality Desirable Adaptable to change Readiness to try new things Person Specification Previous experience Essential Recent Secretarial experience Desirable Knowledge of medical terminology Knowledge of PAS Knowledge of 18 week RTT pathway Qualifications Essential Typing, Audio and Word/Text Processing skills to RSA III or equivalent knowledge acquired through further experience GCSE English Language Grade C or equivalent Desirable Medical secretary qualifications Shorthand minimum 90 wpm 4 GCSE Grade C or equivalent NVQ III or equivalent AMSPAR - Medical Terminology Certificate Stage 1 - Management Development or equivalent D32/33 Assessor Award or equivalent Skills Essential Ability to complete tasks accurately and efficiently Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise workload to achieve deadlines Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to communicate and work in a team Competent Microsoft Word User Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: ?Patient Centred ?Safety ?Compassion ?Respect and ?Excellence Awareness and Knowledge of the dignity in care agenda. Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework Desirable Validation of 18 week RTT pathway Specific requirements Essential Conscientious in standard of work produced Ability to work under pressure Clear understanding of the importance of confidentiality Desirable Adaptable to change Readiness to try new things 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 United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust Address Boston Pilgrim Hospital Boston PE21 9QS Employer's website https://www.ulh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)