Vacancies Senior Medical Secretary (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
Role Summary
This is a 12 month fixed term senior medical secretary role. Duties will include diary management and prioritisation of appointments, audio typing of medical letters and reports, minute taking, operating a bring forward system and preparation of agendas and associated papers.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 12 month fixed term full time (37.5hrs) Band 4 Senior Secretary in the Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department. The team provides specialist care to patients within the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, based at North Devon District Hospital.
The successful candidate will be part of an established administration team providing administrative and secretarial support for a team of Consultants.
This is a varied and busy role that is vital to the smooth running of the department. We are looking for a friendly, organised person who will need to be able to demonstrate commitment and excellent communication skills. Applicants need to be flexible and will need to be able to work independently on their own initiative as well as being a good team player placing the needs of the service as priority. In return we can offer flexible working e.g. agile/home working, we can offer a range of in-house training courses to support the role and provide staff with the opportunity to up-skill and progress through their career.
In addition, there are the benefits of an established NHS salary increment system/employer pension contributions/nationally recognised NHS discount scheme and a generous leave allowance.
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 37.5hrs a week.
This is a fixed term contract for 12 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do.
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
* National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
* Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
* Car lease schemes.
* The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
* Cycle to work scheme.
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
Senior Medical Secretary (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
* Salary Band 4: £26,530 - £29,114 per annum pro rata
* Frequency Annual
* Vacancy Reference 185-828-10282
* Contract Type Fixed Term
* Closing Date 21 April, 2025
* Job Category Administration
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