Clerk/Typist (XN02)
| Posting date: | 02 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £24,465.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24465.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 February 2026 |
| Location: | Leeds, LS9 7TF |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9298-ONC-0614 |
Summary
JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team in order to provide an effective and efficient clerical and typing service to the Haematology team. The post holder has a responsibility to ensure that clerical and typing duties are completed in a timely manner, ensuring Trust targets are met . PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Typing of medical reports/patient details onto a computerised system. Booking out and despatch of reports and films. Dealing with correspondence, incoming and outgoing, that any senior member of the department may require. Dealing with telephone enquiries from hospital staff, outside agencies and patients. General clerical duties which include filing, photocopying and faxing. Arranging ambulance transport, portering services or nurse escorts for patients. Provide cover in reception e.g. act as reception clerk, dealing with queries from patients, medical staff and outside agencies, including telephone enquiries. Other duties To liaise with colleagues and other disciplines as necessary. To maintain knowledge of office equipment based in the Department. To participate in the appraisal process as outlined by Trust policies and procedures. To take on additional and changing duties commensurate with the grade as defined by the Office/Administration Manager in response to demands made upon the Department. . THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centered Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values Additionally, the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: Be of a mature, pleasant and friendly nature. A sense of humour is advantageous. Have a flexible approach to their work. Be committed and focused to provide a quality service that meets the needs of patients, staff and other health professionals. Be able to communicate at all levels with a professional manner, showing politeness and empathy towards patients and their families. Have an ability to learn by ones mistakes.