Medical Secretary - Paediatric Surgery in Glasgow

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part time hours.

​​​​​​​The post holder will:

•  provide a comprehensive secretarial and administrative service to a Consultant(s) and their team(s).   
  
• act as a focal point for the provision of help and advice to staff members, patients and professionals in relation to service enquiries and co-ordinate the patient’s pathway.
  
• use a great deal of initiative and resource whilst exercising a high degree of confidentiality, diplomacy and tact.
  

The role is extremely specialised and diverse in providing medical secretarial support for the provision of inpatient and outpatient clinical care to patients.   A sound understanding of Board/Departmental policies and procedures is necessary together with excellent communication skills to ensure that the required information is passed on accurately and timeously. 

You should have:

• HNC/SVQIII in Secretarial Studies/Business Administration or equivalent experience                                                                                               
  
• Proficient in use of software systems including Microsoft Office Packages  
  
• Advanced keyboard skills
  
• Medical terminology
  
• Good organisational and communication skills
  
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to demonstrate all-round professional attitude especially under pressure with deadlines and conflicting interests.

Informal Contact: Irene Buchanan, Administration Manager on 0141 451 647

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Pack

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.​​​​​​​