Job summary We have a fantastic opportunity for potential candidates to join our Gynaecology Oncology team as a Clerk/Typist, you will work closely with the medical secretaries to ensure all typing targets are met. Whilst also been responsible for other admin duties such as opening and scanning the post/referrals. This is an opportunity to work in a close team. Expected Shortlisting Date 12/05/2025 Planned Interview Date 16/05/2025 Main duties of the job The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to forge and maintain relationships. The ability to manage a busy workload. They will be able to demonstrate fantastic typing and administration skills. You will be able to demonstrate a good telephone manner, whilst being able to deal with challenging queries. About us The Gynaecology Oncology team have a good rapport and work together collaboratively. We expect a strong worth ethic from the successful candidate. There are 6 surgeons in the department 2 Secretaries and 1 Clerical Officer, The team is very close and are always looking to work together and work towards the best quality of care for our patients Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions. Date posted 17 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9298-ONC-504 Job locations St. James's University Hospital Beckett Street Leeds LS9 7TF Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will work closely with the consultant body within a supportive and encouraging environment within the Breast and Endocrine team. General duties will include the typing of correspondence, clinic letters, and discharge summaries, dealing with telephone enquiries and supporting the various referrals to treatment targets. RSA II in audio typing or equivalent experience is a desired requirement to undertake this varied and interesting role, along with a good standard of English. We offer support through a structured period of induction, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment. 3. ORGANISATIONAL CHART Business Manager Patient Services Co-Ordinator Clerk/typist 4. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Typing of medical reports/patient details onto a computerised system. Dealing with correspondence, incoming and outgoing, that any senior member of the department may require. Dealing with telephone enquiries from hospital staff, outside agencies and patients. Typing of medical letters onto the system. General clerical duties which include filing, photocopying and faxing. Provide cover in reception eg act as reception clerk, dealing with queries from patients, medical staff and outside agencies, including telephone enquiries. Other duties To liaise with colleagues and other disciplines as necessary. To maintain knowledge of office equipment based in the Department. To participate in the appraisal process as outlined by Trust policies and procedures. To take on additional and changing duties commensurate with the grade as defined by the PSC in response to demands made upon the Department. The post holder will work closely with the consultant body within a supportive and encouraging environment within the Breast and Endocrine team. General duties will include the typing of correspondence, clinic letters, and discharge summaries, dealing with telephone enquiries and supporting the various referrals to treatment targets. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will work closely with the consultant body within a supportive and encouraging environment within the Breast and Endocrine team. General duties will include the typing of correspondence, clinic letters, and discharge summaries, dealing with telephone enquiries and supporting the various referrals to treatment targets. RSA II in audio typing or equivalent experience is a desired requirement to undertake this varied and interesting role, along with a good standard of English. We offer support through a structured period of induction, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment. 3. ORGANISATIONAL CHART Business Manager Patient Services Co-Ordinator Clerk/typist 4. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Typing of medical reports/patient details onto a computerised system. Dealing with correspondence, incoming and outgoing, that any senior member of the department may require. Dealing with telephone enquiries from hospital staff, outside agencies and patients. Typing of medical letters onto the system. General clerical duties which include filing, photocopying and faxing. Provide cover in reception eg act as reception clerk, dealing with queries from patients, medical staff and outside agencies, including telephone enquiries. Other duties To liaise with colleagues and other disciplines as necessary. To maintain knowledge of office equipment based in the Department. To participate in the appraisal process as outlined by Trust policies and procedures. To take on additional and changing duties commensurate with the grade as defined by the PSC in response to demands made upon the Department. The post holder will work closely with the consultant body within a supportive and encouraging environment within the Breast and Endocrine team. General duties will include the typing of correspondence, clinic letters, and discharge summaries, dealing with telephone enquiries and supporting the various referrals to treatment targets. Person Specification Experience Desirable Experience in a secretarial role Knowledge of Medical Terminology Hospital and/or general public experience The post holder would be expected to develop their understanding and use of information technology. Skills & behaviours Essential Self-motivated and enthusiastic Able to work accurately and calmly whilst under pressure Good team worker Professional in appearance and conduct Reliable and punctual Be able to work as part of a team, supporting and covering colleagues where appropriate as and when required Be self-motivated Be able to work with limited supervision Desirable Be of a mature, pleasant and friendly nature with a good sense of humour Adaptable and flexible Confident manner Have the ability to stay calm whilst working under pressure. Qualifications Essential Good general standard of education. RSA II typing/word processing or equivalent Audio typing Microsoft Word for Windows Keyboard/data entry skills are essential. Desirable ECDL certificate or working towards Other Microsoft applications e.g. Excel Good communication skills are required, both written and oral. Person Specification Experience Desirable Experience in a secretarial role Knowledge of Medical Terminology Hospital and/or general public experience The post holder would be expected to develop their understanding and use of information technology. Skills & behaviours Essential Self-motivated and enthusiastic Able to work accurately and calmly whilst under pressure Good team worker Professional in appearance and conduct Reliable and punctual Be able to work as part of a team, supporting and covering colleagues where appropriate as and when required Be self-motivated Be able to work with limited supervision Desirable Be of a mature, pleasant and friendly nature with a good sense of humour Adaptable and flexible Confident manner Have the ability to stay calm whilst working under pressure. Qualifications Essential Good general standard of education. RSA II typing/word processing or equivalent Audio typing Microsoft Word for Windows Keyboard/data entry skills are essential. Desirable ECDL certificate or working towards Other Microsoft applications e.g. Excel Good communication skills are required, both written and oral. 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 Leeds Teaching Hospitals Address St. James's University Hospital Beckett Street Leeds LS9 7TF Employer's website https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)