Brook Medical Centre

Medical Secretary

The closing date is 31 May 2026

Job summary

Are you an experienced Medical Secretary seeking a new, rewarding opportunity? Would you like to take on a role that provides you with ownership of your workload?

If you are a reliable, outgoing professional who loves interacting with people on all levels and want to play a crucial role in supporting the primary care sector and growing practice, then you are just the type of candidate for this role!

Due to rapid, continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, Medical Secretary to join our GP practice in Brook Medical Centre. Our surgeries continually strives to improve work processes that deliver health care with improved results for all our patients.

Main duties of the job

  • Prepare, process, and manage all patient referrals through the NHS e-Referrals Service (e-RS) and other pathways.
  • Provide accurate secretarial and administrative support to GPs and clinicians.
  • Liaise with hospitals, consultants, and external healthcare providers to ensure timely and effective communication.
  • Maintain accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with NHS standards and data protection.
  • Support the admin team with clinical
  • Add invoices and receipts to a Monday.com platform
  • Prepare clinical reports

About us

Brook Medical Centre is a trusted NHS General Practice located in Northampton, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-focused primary healthcare. The practice serves a diverse population and is committed to promoting health and wellbeing through accessible, compassionate, and professional care.

Our mission is to provide comprehensive medical services that meet the needs of our patients while fostering a culture of respect, confidentiality, and continuous improvement. We value patient safety, clinical excellence, and community engagement, ensuring every individual receives personalised care.

Brook Medical Centre strives to maintain the highest standards of clinical care and patient experience. Our team of experienced GPs, nurses, and administrative staff work collaboratively to ensure timely access to services and continuity of care.

Details

Date posted

19 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0621-26-0001

Job locations

Ecton Brook Road

Northampton

NN3 5EN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Experience and skills in the following areas are essential:

  • S1 Experience
  • Must have previous experience of Medical Secretary, including knowledge of choose and book, routine and urgent referrals and medical notes.
  • High attention to detail
  • Flexible
  • The post holder must have good inter-personal and organisational skills, be able to manage and prioritise a heavy workload and be able to work under pressure, both on their own and as part of a team.
  • Computer skills are essential
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Good knowledge and understanding of confidentiality
  • Use own initiative

Job description

Job responsibilities

Experience and skills in the following areas are essential:

  • S1 Experience
  • Must have previous experience of Medical Secretary, including knowledge of choose and book, routine and urgent referrals and medical notes.
  • High attention to detail
  • Flexible
  • The post holder must have good inter-personal and organisational skills, be able to manage and prioritise a heavy workload and be able to work under pressure, both on their own and as part of a team.
  • Computer skills are essential
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Good knowledge and understanding of confidentiality
  • Use own initiative

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience and skills in the following areas are essential:
  • S1 Experience
  • Must have previous experience of Medical Secretary, including knowledge of choose and book, routine and urgent referrals and medical notes.
  • High attention to detail
  • Flexible
  • The post holder must have good inter-personal and organisational skills, be able to manage and prioritise a heavy workload and be able to work under pressure, both on their own and as part of a team.
  • Computer skills are essential
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Good knowledge and understanding of confidentiality
  • Use own initiative
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Experience and skills in the following areas are essential:
  • S1 Experience
  • Must have previous experience of Medical Secretary, including knowledge of choose and book, routine and urgent referrals and medical notes.
  • High attention to detail
  • Flexible
  • The post holder must have good inter-personal and organisational skills, be able to manage and prioritise a heavy workload and be able to work under pressure, both on their own and as part of a team.
  • Computer skills are essential
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Good knowledge and understanding of confidentiality
  • Use own initiative

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Brook Medical Centre

Address

Ecton Brook Road

Northampton

NN3 5EN


Employer's website

https://www.thebrookmedicalcentre.co.uk/index.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Brook Medical Centre

Address

Ecton Brook Road

Northampton

NN3 5EN


Employer's website

https://www.thebrookmedicalcentre.co.uk/index.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Manager

Michaela Sheedy

michaela.sheedy@nhs.net

07469972033

Details

Date posted

19 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0621-26-0001

Job locations

Ecton Brook Road

Northampton

NN3 5EN


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