Medical Secretary

NHS

  • Preston
  • £27,485-30,162 per year
  • Contract
  • Part-time
  • 6 days ago
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and professional Medical Secretary to join the Specialist Network within the Forensic Inpatient Department at Guild Lodge, Whittingham. This role is ideal for someone with strong secretarial skills who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment and is passionate about supporting high-quality patient care. You'll be part of a motivated and supportive team, working closely with consultants and junior doctors to ensure the smooth running of services. If you're looking for a role where your contribution is truly valued and you can make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.Main duties of the jobAs a Forensic Inpatient Medical Secretary, you will provide a comprehensive and professional secretarial service to the medical team, including audio transcription, live typing, and document preparation. You will support weekly MDT meetings, liaise with internal and external stakeholders, and manage sensitive patient information with discretion and accuracy. The role requires excellent IT and communication skills, the ability to work independently, and a flexible approach to covering colleagues during periods of absence. Your attention to detail and understanding of medical terminology will be key to your success in this role.About usLancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.For more information please visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.DetailsDate posted27 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 4Salary£27,485 to £30,162 a year per annum pro rata (subject to confirmation)ContractFixed termDuration9 monthsWorking patternPart-timeReference number351-SPS1436-MSJob locationsGuild LodgeWhittinghamPrestonPR3 2JHJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached the job description and person specification for more information about this role.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Educated to Diploma level or equivalent
  • RSA III or equivalent word processing
  • Computer skills - Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)
KnowledgeEssential
  • An understanding and appreciation of confidentiality
  • Awareness of the importance of the legal processes
ExperienceEssential
  • Previous experience of working as a medical secretary
  • Minute taking
Desirable
  • Previous experience of working in a forensic setting
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Educated to Diploma level or equivalent
  • RSA III or equivalent word processing
  • Computer skills - Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)
KnowledgeEssential
  • An understanding and appreciation of confidentiality
  • Awareness of the importance of the legal processes
ExperienceEssential
  • Previous experience of working as a medical secretary
  • Minute taking
Desirable
  • Previous experience of working in a forensic setting

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