GP Medical Secretary
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £19,882.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £19882.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 March 2026 |
| Location: | Hastings, TN34 1BA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | A3040-26-0002 |
Summary
Main Duties Provide essential administrative and secretarial support to the clinical team to ensure the smooth running of services. Type and prepare medical correspondence accurately and in a timely manner. Manage clinician diaries and support the coordination of appointments and workloads. Process routine and urgent patient referrals via eRS and email, ensuring appropriate actions are taken. Liaise effectively with internal teams and external healthcare providers to support patient care pathways. Act as a point of contact for patient enquiries, providing clear and professional responses. Provide senior administrative support to the Practice Manager, GPs, and wider admin team with day to day tasks. Assist with private patient work, including insurance reports, private letter requests, and subject access requests (SARs). Create referrals from incoming paperwork and ensure accurate record-keeping. Assist with QOF recalls and related administrative processes. To monitor the generic email inbox daily and action all requests Support with minute taking when and if required by Practice Manager. To carry out administrative related tasks within the administration team as delegated by the Practice Manager Requirements Proven office experience with strong organisational skills Previous administrative experience within a healthcare using EMIS web is highly desirable Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) Knowledge of IGPR and SAR requests is highly desirable. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities Ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining a friendly demeanour A proactive attitude with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively This role is ideal for motivated individuals seeking to utilise their administrative expertise within a healthcare environment. The position offers an engaging workplace where attention to detail and excellent organisational skills are highly valued.