Job Description

Medical Secretary

Job Type:

Part-time

Location:

Penwortham, Preston

Hours:

12hrs

We are looking for an experienced Medical Secretary to join our team. The Ideal candidate would have primary care and EMIS clinical system knowledge and experience; but this is not essential, to join our friendly team. This position will report directly to the Practice Manager.

Responsibilities:

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants. Previous applicants need not apply.

To be responsible for undertaking a wide range of secretarial and administrative duties and the provision of administrative support to the multidisciplinary team.

Duties can include but are not limited to, the processing of information (electronic and hard copy) in a timely manner, liaising with multidisciplinary team members and external agencies such as secondary care and community service providers in accordance with current policies, including the use of the electronic referral service (ERS).

The following are the core responsibilities of the medical secretary. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Typing letters, reports and associated documentation as required

b. Liaising with external agencies such as hospitals and community services, ensuring referrals are processed efficiently

c. Manage all enquires in an effective manner

d. Maintain an accurate referrals database

e. Scanning of patient related documentation and attaching scanned documents to patient's healthcare records

f. Supporting the GPs with the Medical Reports.

g. Input data into the patient's healthcare records as necessary

h. Process referrals using the electronic referral system (ERS) and monitor/action e-referral workflow

i. Process requests for information i.e. SAR, insurance / solicitor's letters and DVLA forms

j. Read code data on EMIS Web clinical system

l. Manage all Secretarial queries internally and externally as necessary

o. Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times

p. Support all clinical staff with general administrative tasks as requested.

This list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be asked to complete any other duties as required.

Safeguarding

All healthcare staff have a duty to safeguarding and protect the welfare of any vulnerable adult/child and be confident in carrying out their responsibilities for safeguarding in this role.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 24,440.62-24,862.50 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Experience:

Medical Receptionist: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person