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In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
Applications are invited for a Medical Secretarial Post within the Endoscopy Dept at University Hospital Ayr.
You will provide a comprehensive Medical Secretarial Service to the Clinicians and Clinical Teams working within the Endoscopy Dept, University Hospital Ayr.
Experience within a Medical Secretarial environment is essential and you should have a relevant secretarial qualification e.g. AMSPAR Diploma for Medical Secretaries, RSA or Scotvec qualification or equivalent experience. A working knowledge of the patient management system (Trakcare) and knowledge of medical terminology is essential, including the ability to operate and maintain a computerised waiting list. Primary duties will include appointing patients appropriately within the current waiting times including patient focussed booking (PFB), while also ensuring that the patients referred on an urgent or urgent cancer suspected basis are also appointed appropriately. This will also involve ensuring that pathology is received and reported timeously. A large part of the role will involve patient contact by the telephone as well as dealing with relatives, GP’s and other external and internal agencies.
Hours: 37.5 – 2 permanent positions
For informal enquiries please contact Angela Gilmour, Medical Secretarial Services Manager, UHA on 01292 617132 for further information.
Closing date: 5th June 2020