Specialist Administrator - Medical Secretary

Job summary

The Retreat is seeking a Medical Secretary to work 30 hours a week supporting the work carried out by our psychiatrists, particularly those working in the ADHD service. Were looking for a highly organised, effective administrator who can work closely with psychiatrists to ensure their administrative requirements are fulfilled in a timely, efficient manner.

Main duties of the job

The role will involve dealing with all communications, records and appointments on behalf of Consultant Psychiatrists, ensuring their patients receive information, support, advice and relevant services as quickly and as efficiently as possible, with patient care at the heart of all you do. In particular, this will involve assuring Consultant productivity by maintaining calendars, scheduling patient appointments and consultations, professional meetings and any other relevant calendar bookings and preparing medical reports, letters, clinical notes, and any other records, as required.

Were looking for someone who can maintain patient confidence and protect operations and who will take personal responsibility to protect and enforce the organisations brand, and reputation. We require you to have GSCSEs Grade A-C (or 4-9) in English and Mathematics, preferable with a certificate or diploma in Medical Administration & Medical Terminology at least level 2, or equivalent experience.

About us

Working at The Retreat

Your work will make a real difference to the lives of our clients.

Our Quaker heritage and values underpin everything that we do, and our team are committed to our core values of compassion, collaboration, and community, enabling people to gain hope, and encouraging resilience.

You will be supported both personally and professionally with consideration taken to your own wellbeing and development. We actively support the development of our team through monthly supervision and encouraging career advancement.

Benefits

• 37 days holiday including Bank Holidays, a day off for your birthday and an extra day at Christmas.
• Hybrid working
• Good pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• Free car parking
• Employment Assist Programme giving access to range of advice and support

The Retreat Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.