Medical Secretary

at  Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Applications are invited for a Medical Secretary to join the busy Hepatology and Gastroenterology Service within the Surgery Division, providing Medical Secretarial support to the Hepatology Consultants. This role is one which works within a team of medical secretaries and support staff.
The successful applicant will possess strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. The successful applicant will also be able to work as part of a team as well as independently. Essential skills include audio typing and a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
A knowledge and understanding of medical terminology is desirable and previous experience of Careflow (formally known as Medway), our patient information system, is advantageous although training will be provided. Knowledge of shorthand is desirable and can prove useful but not essential to the role.
Please see Job description for further details
If you think that you have the skills and expertise to fulfil this role and are looking to join a friendly, forward-thinking team apply now.
Person specification
Essential and Desirable best scoring
Audio typing
Good written and verbal communication skills
Organised
Knowledge of IT programs – Word, email - Access, Powerpoint, Excel
Good interpersonal skills & telephone manner
Accurate message taking
Previous Secretarial experience
Experience in health related organisations
Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Please refer the Job description for details