About this role
Job summary
The Dermatology Department is currently looking to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated Medical Secretary to support the consultant team.
The post holder will provide a comprehensive secretarial service to consultants, junior and nursing medical staff within the service. This will include organising, planning and prioritising tasks and workload.
As a service, it is vitally important in that we provide a high quality service to patients, therefore if you are interested in joining a highly motivated team - it would be great to hear from you.
This is a fixed term post for 12 months to cover the needs of the service.
Main duties of the job
The successful post holder will be a highly motivated team player ideally with previous medical secretarial experience and possess sound administrative and clerical skills.
Excellent computer literacy is essential for the role, which will include the use of Microsoft Office packages and relevant databases. You will be highly organised, self motivated, have a flexible approach to work and have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A clear understanding of patient confidentiality and being able to work to deadlines is also required. The role will include general support of typing including, audio typing, digital dictation and administrative duties, including cover for colleagues at times of service need.
Medical Secretary. This post is held by the Division of Surgery. Please note, postholders may be required to undertake this role in other Divisional Directorates and departments as needed. This is to support the delivery of the service and may be on a temporary or permanent basis.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Essential Essential
Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification Keyboard skills to RSA III or equivalent Computer literate with good understanding of software programmes
Desirable
Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Aptitude and Abilities Essential
Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Essential Essential
Relevant secretarial and administrative procedures Keyboard skills to RSA III or equivalent Experience of audio typing Basic Knowledge of medical terminology
Desirable
Experience of working in Hospital environment Knowledge of Hospital computer systems
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.
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Employer details Employer name Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Address Royal Gwent Hospital
Cardiff Road
Newport
NP20 2UB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)