Medical Secretary - Peterborough | North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 30 September 2024 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,071 - £25,674 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 October 2024 |
| Location: | Peterborough, PE3 9GZ |
| Company: | North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6652599/176-M-6652599 |
Summary
Medical Secretary (Colposcopy Pathways)
Delivering Efficient and Responsive Support for Optimal Patient Care
We are seeking a dedicated Medical Secretary to support our Consultants and their medical teams, ensuring an efficient and responsive service that meets both patient needs and Trust requirements. This role also includes providing cover for the Senior Medical Secretary as needed.
This is a key role in ensuring that patients receive the care they need in a timely and efficient manner. If you are organised, proactive, and have strong communication skills, we would love to hear from you!
**Please note cross site working will be required**
• Manage Colposcopy Pathways:Oversee patient tracking, monitoring reports, and ensuring timely progression through the care pathway while meeting targets.
• Patient and GP Enquiries:Handle daily telephone inquiries from patients and GPs in a professional and helpful manner, offering basic medical advice within written protocols, and referring to the Nurse Colposcopist or Consultant Colposcopist as required.
• Cytology and Histology Results:Communicate normal results to patients, as signed off by Nurse Colposcopists or Consultant Colposcopists, and coordinate with labs and medical teams to ensure all results are processed and actioned efficiently.
• Typing and Documentation:Ensure all result letters are typed within target timelines, and escalate potential delays or breaches.
• Patient Pathway Navigation:Facilitate patient care from referral to treatment, adhering to agreed pathway steps and timelines using hospital IT systems. Proactively schedule appointments in line with the pathway.
• Colposcopy MDT Coordination:Provide administrative support to the Colposcopy Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT), assisting in preparation of patient lists, gathering information from clinical specialists, and ensuring all team members are informed of meeting schedules and changes.
We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.
As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
• Flexible working opportunities;
• Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
• Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
• Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
• Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
• On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
• Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
• Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
This advert closes on Monday 14 Oct 2024