Job summary
An exciting and rewarding opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated audio typist to join our small friendly renal team based at York Hospital.
You will work closely with the Medical Secretarial team to provide audio typing and general administration duties required for this post.Full training and support will be provided along with opportunities for learning in the role.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Please be advised that this vacancy may close prior to the closing date stated due to the high level of applications it may attract. If youwould like to apply, please submit your application promptly to avoid disappointment.
Main duties of the job
This post is based at York Hospital with no requirement to travel to other sites.
The role includes typing patient/clinical letters; dealing with routine telephone enquiries, recording information on relevant systems and other administration tasks relating to the role.
Due to the nature of the role which involves dealing with personal and sensitive information, the post holder must maintain confidentiality at all times.
About us
To find out more about working for our Trust, please visit:
https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Qualifications GCSE English Language, Grade C or above ( or equivalent) Word processing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent) Typing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)
- Word processing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)
- Typing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)
Desirable
- Knowledge of office applications and procedures
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Experience
Essential
- Previous clerical/administrative experience
- Experience of working in a customer focused environment
- Experience of using a variety of IT applications, including Microsoft Office
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Qualifications GCSE English Language, Grade C or above ( or equivalent) Word processing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent) Typing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)
- Word processing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)
- Typing skills - RSA II ( or equivalent)
Desirable
- Knowledge of office applications and procedures
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Experience
Essential
- Previous clerical/administrative experience
- Experience of working in a customer focused environment
- Experience of using a variety of IT applications, including Microsoft Office
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.
