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James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Medical Typist/Administrator

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 2 Medical Typist/Administrator to join the Paediatric Secretarial Team in the Division of Surgery.

Part-Time/Job Share considered.

Main duties of the job

This role will consist of transcribing digital dictation in relation to outpatient clinic letters and other documentation as required for the patient pathway. Administrative duties will also be required to provide support to the medical secretaries and clinical teams as required.All applicants should possess good levels of communication skills, have excellent touch typing/word processing skills with attention to detail and the ability to work as part of a team. Good basic IT skills and experience working within an admin role are also essential. Knowledge of medical terminology would also be an advantage.

About us

The post holder will work 37.5 hours per week.

This role will consist of transcribing digital dictation in relation to outpatient clinic letters and other documentation as required for the patient pathway. Administrative duties will also be required to provide support to the medical secretaries and clinical teams as required.All applicants should possess good levels of communication skills, have excellent touch typing/word processing skills with attention to detail and the ability to work as part of a team. Good basic IT skills and experience working within an admin role are also essential. Knowledge of medical terminology would also be an advantage.

Details

Date posted

05 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

177-ELEC-6309539-A

Job locations

James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR31 6LA


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Medical Typist/Administrator will provide secretarial support to the team through administration processes and audio typing (date order).

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Medical Typist/Administrator will provide secretarial support to the team through administration processes and audio typing (date order).

Person Specification

Skills Abilities Competencies

Essential

  • Accurate touch-typing/word processing skills
  • Good IT skills including working knowledge of MS applications
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Adaptable and flexible to work
  • Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive/confidential information

Behavioural qualities

Essential

  • Courteous and Respectful
  • Kind and Helpful
  • Responsive Communication
  • Effective and Professional

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

  • Minimum of 6 months' typing/word processing experience (including administrative duties)

Desirable

  • Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
  • Medical audiotyping experience
  • Medical terminology

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • OCR/RSA II (or equivalent) Typing/Word processing qualification or equivalent measurable level of keyboard skills
  • English GCSE grade C or above, or equivalent

Desirable

  • OCR/RSA II
Person Specification

Skills Abilities Competencies

Essential

  • Accurate touch-typing/word processing skills
  • Good IT skills including working knowledge of MS applications
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Adaptable and flexible to work
  • Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive/confidential information

Behavioural qualities

Essential

  • Courteous and Respectful
  • Kind and Helpful
  • Responsive Communication
  • Effective and Professional

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

  • Minimum of 6 months' typing/word processing experience (including administrative duties)

Desirable

  • Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting
  • Medical audiotyping experience
  • Medical terminology

Education & Qualifications

Essential

  • OCR/RSA II (or equivalent) Typing/Word processing qualification or equivalent measurable level of keyboard skills
  • English GCSE grade C or above, or equivalent

Desirable

  • OCR/RSA II

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

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR31 6LA


Employer's website

https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR31 6LA


Employer's website

https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Paediatric Administrative Manager

Ellen Whaley

ellen.whaley@jpaget.nhs.uk

01493452104

Details

Date posted

05 August 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

177-ELEC-6309539-A

Job locations

James Paget University Hospital

Lowestoft Road

Gorleston

NR31 6LA


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