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Stable Employment, Being part of NHS Scotland, the role offers job security and stability within one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK.
Comprehensive Training, The position includes a thorough induction process and ongoing development opportunities, ensuring staff are well-prepared and skilled.
Flexible Work Schedule, The role has a standard Monday to Friday shift pattern, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
Contribution to Healthcare, As a medical secretary, you play a crucial role in supporting patient care and the smooth operation of the healthcare services.
Inclusivity and Diversity, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde promotes a culture of inclusion, making it a welcoming environment for all employees.
Supportive Environment, The organisation values the Armed Forces community and recognizes diverse skills and experiences, ensuring a supportive atmosphere for applicants from various backgrounds.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking an experienced Medical Secretary for the OMFS department at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. This is a fixed-term, full-time position (Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00) for 12 months.
Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as the first point of contact for patients and staff.
- Performing audio typing and various administrative duties within a large service.
- Utilizing IT systems and proficiently managing Microsoft Office applications.
Requirements:
- Recognized qualification in secretarial studies or equivalent experience.
- At least one year of audio typing experience or demonstrated advanced keyboard skills.
- Good knowledge of clinical software systems and strong organizational and communication skills.
- Familiarity with Freedom of Information, Caldicott Guidelines, and General Data Protection Regulations.
The position offers on-the-job training, a comprehensive induction, and development opportunities. NHS Scotland will transition to a 37-hour work week starting April 2024, but candidates may initially work slightly longer. The organization encourages diverse applicants and is committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer.
For more details, please contact Hayley Costley at Hayley.costley@ggc.scot.nhs.uk or 0141 232 7933.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
The shift pattern is Mon-Fri 09:00 17:00 (45min Lunch)
This is a Fixed term post for 12 months
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven medical secretary to join the OMFS department based in the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. The preferred candidate will be the first point of contact for patient and staff. They will complete audio typing and administrative duties within a large service. You must have a recognised qualification in secretarial studies or equivalent experience. You will be proficient in the use of IT systems, Microsoft Office Packages along with a minimum of one year’s audio typing experience or proven advanced keyboard skills from previous roles.
It is essential that the post holder has a good working knowledge of clinical software systems, excellent organisation and communication skills. They should also have a good understanding of Freedom of Information, Caldicott Guidelines and General Data Protection Regulations. We offer on the job training which includes a comprehensive induction as well as regular reviews and development opportunities.
Informal Contact: Hayley Costley, ,
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
The shift pattern is Mon-Fri 09:00 17:00 (45min Lunch)
This is a Fixed term post for 12 months
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven medical secretary to join the OMFS department based in the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. The preferred candidate will be the first point of contact for patient and staff. They will complete audio typing and administrative duties within a large service. You must have a recognised qualification in secretarial studies or equivalent experience. You will be proficient in the use of IT systems, Microsoft Office Packages along with a minimum of one year’s audio typing experience or proven advanced keyboard skills from previous roles.
It is essential that the post holder has a good working knowledge of clinical software systems, excellent organisation and communication skills. They should also have a good understanding of Freedom of Information, Caldicott Guidelines and General Data Protection Regulations. We offer on the job training which includes a comprehensive induction as well as regular reviews and development opportunities.
Informal Contact: Hayley Costley, ,
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
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