Bariatric Support Secretary

at  University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust 279

You will be working within the bariatric admin team which comprises of 2 bariatric co-ordinators, 1 medical secretary, 2 support secretaries and a receptionist who provide support to a clinical team of 5 consultant surgeons, 1 consultant physician, 1 bariatric fellow, 1 surgical care practitioner, 2 specialist nurses and 4 specialist dietitians. The team are based in an office within the main clinical area for the Bariatric Service, which enables good communication and working relationships with the clinical team. Although a busy office environment, it is considered an inclusive, open and friendly environment to those who visit us, with the team being supportive of each another during times of pressure. As a team we take pride in the roles we play to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the service with an emphasis on patient care.
This post would be well suited to someone who enjoys being a team player. To deal with general enquiries from patients, GPs, other hospitals and other departments within the Trust in an appropriate and sensitive manner as efficiently as possible either in person, over the telephone or in writing. Typing of clinic letters and other correspondence from audio dictation using Word.Amending departmental proformas as requested by clinician / coordinator, also ensuring adequate stock levels at all times.Make amendments to patient details on PAS as required, in line with Trust policy.Setting up new patient and follow-up outpatient clinics, highlighting any required changes to the coordinators.Processing of psychological reports received.Processing of clinic outcomes, ensuring follow-up appointments are scheduled for those unable to be booked at the time of the clinic.Ability to use bespoke and appropriate MS office applications.To use and obtain information from the Patient Administration System (PAS).Email patients, GPs, staff and other departments within the hospital

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