Job summary
You will work flexibly as part of a team producing clinical correspondence using Medisec digital transcription software, from outpatient and inpatient attendances. To meet the changing priorities within the department, you will also be required to display tact and diplomacy where appropriate and have excellent communication skills as well as demonstrating a flexible approach to working within a team environment. In addition these roles will support other activities identified by the Team Leader to ensure the highest standard of service delivery within the speciality team.
You will have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Medical Terminology as well as audio typing experience. You will also have RSA II Typing (or equivalent qualification/experience) and GCSE English Language at minimum Grade C (or equivalent).
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Clinical Typist & Administrator for our Trauma and Orthopaedics speciality in the Surgical Division.
Clerical experience in a healthcare setting would be desirable. Experience with Medisec, PAS and Excel, would also be an advantage.
Due to the nature of this role a high degree of confidentiality and discretion is expected.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
It is our goal to give those who join Team DBTH the tools and opportunities to grow their career, it's our pledge to help you Develop, Belong and Thrive, Here .
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including: o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully.
Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
Essential
1. Minimum of 3 GCSEs including English and Maths at Grade C or above or equivalent or equivalent experience
2. OCR/RSA level 2 or equivalent in keyboard and 2 of 3 typing or equivalent experience
3. Business Administration Level 2 Apprenticeship or equivalent demonstrable experience / qualifications eg NVQ Level 2 Admin and Clerical
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
4. Previous experience working in a clerical/administrative role
5. Maintenance of computerised files
6. Demonstrable working knowledge of Microsoft packages including Word
Desirable
7. Previous hospital or NHS experience working in a clerical/administrative role
8. Knowledge of Trust Polices, including Hospital to Treatment Patient Access Policy
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
9. Ability to assimilate new practices and knowledge
10. Ability to deal calmly and diplomatically with a range of personalities and situations
11. Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships
Desirable
12. Evidence of liaising with more than one discipline