About this role
Job summary
We are looking to recruit an experienced Medical PA/Administrator to aim the trust bank team, to help support Hastings and Rother Neighbourhood Mental Health Team based at Cavendish House in Hastings town centre.
Working to directly support one of our Consultant Psychiatrist and their Speciality Doctor, and wider Multi Disciplinary Team this role will be intrinsic to the provision of care to patients within the community NMHT.
This will prove to be a busy and diverse role, requiring a highly organised and proactive individual with a background in healthcare related administration work. We would therefore welcome applications from anyone who can demonstrate the skills and experience relevant for this post, and whose values and motivators align with those of our organisation.
This role is to cover long term staff absence and will be fully office based.
Main duties of the job
A range of Medical PA duties to include but not limited to:
Diary management Booking and maintaining of patient lists Managing waiting lists Letter writing Communications with families, carers and other professional organisations Record keeping Supporting new starters and rotational medics Administration of meetings, agenda writing and minute taking Supervision of junior staff
About us
As part of our commitment to quality and professionalism, the Trust ensures that all new staff undertake a thorough induction programme. Additional training will be provided at local level and full support is always available as part of ongoing growth and development.
As a mental health trust, we place a large focus on the wellbeing of our staff and ensure our reward packages reflect the important work you do.
As well as knowing you are making a valuable contribution in supporting the care of service users in the community, you can expect to receive:
Generous holiday entitlement, starting at 27 days + bank holidays per annum. Car parking NHS pension. Access to a host of discount schemes (e.g. gyms, shopping, restaurants and cars). Access to numerous wellbeing and support programmes. Excellent supervision programmes, with ongoing opportunities for training and development. The opportunity to grow professionally in the Trust.
Job description Job responsibilities
Due to long term staff absence we are seeking a Bank Medical PA to join our other Medical PA's to support our Doctors and wider multidisciplinary team as well as our admin team
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Relevant NVQ3 qualification / RSA 3 or equivalent
Knowledge Essential
Extensive knowledge of a full range of secretarial procedures Knowledge of software programmes / packages Previous experience in a similar role
Skills Essential
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to use initiative and respond to queries using own judgement. Ability to organise complex activities or programmes requiring formulation and adjustment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
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Employer details Employer name Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Cavendish House
Breeds Place
Hastings
TN34 3AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)