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Opportunities for career development through Ramsay Academy, allowing medical secretaries to enhance their skills and expertise.
Generous benefits package including 25 days of leave plus bank holidays and flexible leave options.
Private healthcare coverage for employees and dependents, providing peace of mind regarding health needs.
Attractive salary enhancement rates for evening, weekend, and bank holiday work, rewarding dedication and flexibility.
Supportive and collaborative work environment in a modern purpose-built hospital rated 'Good' by the CQC.
Access to subsidized staff amenities, including a restaurant and free parking, improving daily convenience.
Engagement with a reputable healthcare provider with a strong commitment to quality care and staff wellbeing.
Ramsay Health Care UK is seeking a full-time Medical Secretary for their Clifton Park Hospital in York, where they offer modern medical facilities and a commitment to high-quality patient care. The role involves providing robust support to consultants through accurate and efficient typing, record creation, and handling a variety of secretarial tasks. Candidates should possess excellent IT and audio typing skills, experience with medical terminology (preferably in orthopaedics), and be able to manage multiple responsibilities under tight deadlines.
In return, Ramsay Health Care offers a competitive salary based on experience, comprehensive benefits including generous leave options, private healthcare, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work culture. The organisation prides itself on being a leading independent healthcare provider in England, recognizing its staff as vital to its success and dedicated to high standards of patient care.
In return, Ramsay Health Care offers a competitive salary based on experience, comprehensive benefits including generous leave options, private healthcare, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work culture. The organisation prides itself on being a leading independent healthcare provider in England, recognizing its staff as vital to its success and dedicated to high standards of patient care.
Job Description
Medical Secretary
Location: Clifton Park TC, York, North Yorkshire
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Full-time
Salary: Depending on experience + Benefits
Summary:
Clifton Park Hospital opened in 2006 and is located just outside York. The modern purpose built hospital has been rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and has first-class medical facilities including 24 beds, two theatres, a day case unit, a large outpatient department with X-ray facilities and on-site physiotherapy, including a small gym area. In 2, the hospital opened a new outpatient department with 11 consulting rooms, two treatment rooms and x-ray facilities.
The role:
We currently have a great opportunity for a Medical Secretary to join our team at Clifton Park Hospital based in York. At Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Join our busy team of medical secretaries and you can develop a rewarding career helping to provide patients with the best care.
Your main task will be supporting our consultants with fast and precise typing and record creation which is so important to the smooth running of patient management. You will be expected to multi-task across a range of secretarial duties; offer good judgement in escalating issues, prioritising jobs, highly accurate audio typing, as these tasks all play an important part of your role. You’ll be valued for your skills and expertise and have the chance to build on them through our Ramsay Academy, too.
What you will bring with you:
We’re Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we’re one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS.
We’re part of a global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.
#ACX
We care.
It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.
“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.
Medical Secretary
Location: Clifton Park TC, York, North Yorkshire
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Full-time
Salary: Depending on experience + Benefits
Summary:
Clifton Park Hospital opened in 2006 and is located just outside York. The modern purpose built hospital has been rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and has first-class medical facilities including 24 beds, two theatres, a day case unit, a large outpatient department with X-ray facilities and on-site physiotherapy, including a small gym area. In 2, the hospital opened a new outpatient department with 11 consulting rooms, two treatment rooms and x-ray facilities.
The role:
We currently have a great opportunity for a Medical Secretary to join our team at Clifton Park Hospital based in York. At Ramsay Health Care UK, we know our people are our most important asset. Join our busy team of medical secretaries and you can develop a rewarding career helping to provide patients with the best care.
Your main task will be supporting our consultants with fast and precise typing and record creation which is so important to the smooth running of patient management. You will be expected to multi-task across a range of secretarial duties; offer good judgement in escalating issues, prioritising jobs, highly accurate audio typing, as these tasks all play an important part of your role. You’ll be valued for your skills and expertise and have the chance to build on them through our Ramsay Academy, too.
What you will bring with you:
- Excellent IT skills and ability to type at speed whilst maintaining accuracy
- Audio typing experience - essential
- Experience of multi-tasking and working to strict deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- High attention to detail
- Experience with medical terminology
- Experience with orthopaedic medical terminology - desirable
- 25 Days Leave + Bank Holidays
- Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options
- Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period
- Attractive enhancement rates for permanent and bank work: 30%–100% for evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays
- Flexible shift patterns available where possible
- Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies
- Private Healthcare for you and dependents includes online GP
- Life Assurance (Death in Service)
- Free Training and Development via the Academy
- Free Parking on site for workers (where possible)
- Subsidised staff restaurant (where possible)
- Over 8,000 discounts and special offers via benefits portal
- Book discounted cinema tickets on the dedicated cinema portal
- The Blue Light Card Scheme
We’re Ramsay Health Care UK. With 35 hospitals, 7,600 staff and 200,000 patients treated every year, we’re one of the leading independent healthcare providers in England. We deliver a wide and comprehensive range of specialised clinical services from routine to complex surgery, day case procedures, cancer care, diagnostic services and physiotherapy. In addition, we also have our three standalone decontamination units which are essential to supporting our clinical outcomes. 94% of our facilities are rated ‘Good’ by the CQC, and we are extremely proud of the high quality of our staff as well as excellent relationships with doctors and our strong, longstanding partnership with the NHS.
We’re part of a global hospital group with over 50 years’ experience that operates in 11 countries across the world. As people caring for people, our ethos helps make a huge difference in the lives of millions. We know that our people are our most important asset to our organisation, and are the key to our success and continuing growth.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We reserve the right to close our adverts prior to the announced closing date to ensure a quality recruitment process.
#ACX
We care.
It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964.
“The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success.
We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients.
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.
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To work as a Medical Secretary in the UK, you should possess a combination of technical, administrative, and interpersonal skills. Here are the key skills and qualifications that are often required:
Essential Skills:
1. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and keep track of appointments, medical records, and correspondence.
2. Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with healthcare professionals, patients, and other stakeholders.
3. Computer Literacy: Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and medical software (like NHS systems, EMIS, or SystmOne).
4. Typing Skills: Fast and accurate typing skills are essential for transcription and data entry.
5. Attention to Detail: Accuracy is critical when handling patient records, medical documents, and databases.
6. Confidentiality Awareness: Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection laws (e.g., GDPR) to ensure sensitive information is handled appropriately.
7. Knowledge of Medical Terminology: Familiarity with medical terminology, procedures, and anatomy to understand documents and communicate effectively in a healthcare environment.
8. Customer Service Skills: Ability to assist patients and address their inquiries empathetically and professionally.
9. Teamwork: Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
10. Problem-Solving Skills: Capacity to handle issues that may arise and find solutions quickly.
Qualifications:
- Education: A minimum of GCSEs in English and Maths is usually required. A qualification in business administration or medical administration can be advantageous.
- Experience: Previous experience in an administrative role, especially in a healthcare setting, is beneficial but not always essential.
- Professional Development: Consider obtaining certifications related to medical administration or secretarial work to enhance your qualifications.
Additional Skills:
- Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing workloads and environments in a busy medical practice.
- Knowledge of NHS Protocols: Understanding of NHS procedures, policies, and regulations can be helpful.
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