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Medical Secretary Job details Posting date: 21 October 2025 Salary: £25,935.00 per year Additional salary information: £25935.00 a year Hours: Full time Closing date: 19 December 2025 Location: Leek, ST13 5LW Company: NHS Jobs Job type: Permanent Job reference: EApply for this job Summary Do you have administration experience and are looking to step into a new role? Join Ballington House as a Medical Secretary and enjoy a career where you are valued and supported to be the best you can be. Working 37.5 hours a week, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to medical team at Ballington House. From managing their diaries, planning meetings to updating records, you will be able to turn your hand to any admin related task. As the Medical Secretary, you will work alongside the Registered Clinicians assisting with confidential paperwork, service users records and GP letters. You will liaise with external agencies to get up-to-date information on service users and GP letters. You will liaise with external agencies to get up-to-date information on service users and will take to lead in recording their blood test results. There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Medical Secretary you will be: Supporting the Registered Clinician with letters and general documentation Supporting all meetings as minute taker as requested chaired by the Medical Director, SMT or ad hoc. Receiving and record typing, checking, and amending for spelling and grammatical errors, completing within given deadlines. Participating in the administration, development and evaluation of regulatory matters. Co-ordinating the hospital diary and the whereabouts of the clinicians Booking in meetings Arranging Conference Calls To be successful in this role, you will have: IT skills including Microsoft Office Experience of audio typing Communication and organisational skills A minimum of 4 GCSEs or equivalent Knowledge of mental health and medications Mental Health Act Experience an advantage Where you will be working: Location: Ballington Gardens, Leek, Staffordshire ST13 5LW You will be working at Ballington House, a 13 bedded Mental Health rehabilitation hospital that provides services for women with complex Mental Health needs. The environment at Ballington House offers a pathway from admission to discharge which incorporates three phases; the assessment phase (accepting help), the rehabilitation phase (believing, trying and learning) and the community phase-out (self-reliance). The patients journey generally begins on the ground floor and as they move through each phase of their pathway they proceed to the first floor and then the two bedroomed apartment on the first floor. You will work alongside an experienced multi-disciplinary team consisting of a consultant psychiatrist, clinical psychologist and assistants, an occupational therapist and assistants, nurses, and support workers. What you will get: Annual salary of £25,935 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) – plus your birthday off! Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
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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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