Medical Secretary inSwindon inSwindon PUBLISHED 19 DEC 2023

Band 3: £24,071 to £25,674 a year pro rata per annum  PERMANENT 

Please see attached job descriptions and person specification for both roles.

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive, and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances, in discussion with the post holder. This role profile is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only. The post holder will need to be flexible in developing the role with initial and on-going discussions with the designated manager.


***previous applicants need not apply***

We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic people to join our very busy Gastroenterology secretarial team.

You will be required to undertake all secretarial duties including typing and dealing promptly with general correspondence and answering phone queries professionally, courteously and efficiently.

Providing a comprehensive secretarial service, the role will involve typing clinical letters with extreme accuracy within the agreed Trust wide targets and providing a central point of communication for patients and other healthcare professionals regarding treatments and consultation.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills. You will be required to interact with clinicians, patients and other staff colleagues directly and via phone and email, to ensure all requirements are met. GCSE Grade C or above in English and RSA typing or equivalent keyboards skills are also essential as is accuracy and attention to detail. Previous experience of Careflow as well as good IT skills would be beneficial.

Some training will be given but an understanding of medical terminology would be an advantage. The Trust actively encourages personal development and will be committed to supporting you to develop your skills in an environment where new ideas are welcomed and encouraged.

Please see attached job descriptions and person specification for both roles.

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive, and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances, in discussion with the post holder. This role profile is intended to provide a broad outline of the main responsibilities only. The post holder will need to be flexible in developing the role with initial and on-going discussions with the designated manager.


***previous applicants need not apply***

We are looking for friendly and enthusiastic people to join our very busy Gastroenterology secretarial team.

You will be required to undertake all secretarial duties including typing and dealing promptly with general correspondence and answering phone queries professionally, courteously and efficiently.

Providing a comprehensive secretarial service, the role will involve typing clinical letters with extreme accuracy within the agreed Trust wide targets and providing a central point of communication for patients and other healthcare professionals regarding treatments and consultation.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication, organisational and prioritisation skills. You will be required to interact with clinicians, patients and other staff colleagues directly and via phone and email, to ensure all requirements are met. GCSE Grade C or above in English and RSA typing or equivalent keyboards skills are also essential as is accuracy and attention to detail. Previous experience of Careflow as well as good IT skills would be beneficial.

Some training will be given but an understanding of medical terminology would be an advantage. The Trust actively encourages personal development and will be committed to supporting you to develop your skills in an environment where new ideas are welcomed and encouraged.



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