Band 4 Medical Secretary – Solihull ICCR

Job title:

Band 4 Medical Secretary – Solihull ICCR

Company

NHS

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and dedicated individual to work at Lyndon CMHT.The Community Mental Health Team works with some of our most vulnerable people who are experiencing mental health crises and/or have a diagnosis of a severe and enduring mental health condition.The successful applicant will work within a multi-disciplinary team as the medical secretary for a Lyndon CMHT consultant and their clinical team.Main duties of the jobWe are looking for an experienced and confident Medical Secretary to undertake a wide range of administrative and secretarial duties, the audio transcription for clinical letters, reports, case summaries and other correspondence as required by the consultant and the clinical team.It is essential that applicants should be able to work on their own initiative, demonstrate effective organisational skills, the ability to prioritise workload and process enquiries in a confidential and timely manner.About usWelcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.Date posted15 November 2024Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 4Salary£26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum, pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number436-6594709-AJob locationsLyndon Resource CentreWinchcombe RoadSolihullB92 8PWJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.Person SpecificationTraining & QualificationsEssential

• AMSPAR Diploma or Medical Terminology Qualification
• GCSE English Grade C or equivalent
• RSA II Typing/Text Processing plus significant relevant secretarial experience

Desirable

• RSA III Typing/Word Processing

Knowledge and ExperienceEssential

• Significant admin/secretarial experience working in a health or equivalent environment
• Significant experience of using Microsoft Office Packages including: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel and Publisher
• Knowledge of good practice and systems of work within a secretarial/PA field
• Experience of minute taking

Desirable

• Experience in working with people who suffer with Mental Health or other related problems
• Experience of dealing with a range of disciplines and agencies

SkillsEssential

• Ability to work under pressure, as part of a team as well or alone and to be able to prioritise workload
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Significant audio-typing skill

Desirable

• Reliable and self motivated
• Adaptability/flexibility and ability to cope with change

Person SpecificationTraining & QualificationsEssential

• AMSPAR Diploma or Medical Terminology Qualification
• GCSE English Grade C or equivalent
• RSA II Typing/Text Processing plus significant relevant secretarial experience

Desirable

• RSA III Typing/Word Processing

Knowledge and ExperienceEssential

• Significant admin/secretarial experience working in a health or equivalent environment
• Significant experience of using Microsoft Office Packages including: Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel and Publisher
• Knowledge of good practice and systems of work within a secretarial/PA field
• Experience of minute taking

Desirable

• Experience in working with people who suffer with Mental Health or other related problems
• Experience of dealing with a range of disciplines and agencies

SkillsEssential

• Ability to work under pressure, as part of a team as well or alone and to be able to prioritise workload
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Significant audio-typing skill

Desirable

• Reliable and self motivated
• Adaptability/flexibility and ability to cope with change

Expected salary

£26530 – 29114 per year

Location

Solihull, West Midlands

Job date

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:33:26 GMT

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