About this role
Job summary
To provide a comprehensive secretarial service to theConsultant Psychiatristsandtheclinicalteam;assistingthem in achieving theirobjectivesand liaisingwith all relevant andappropriate services.
To ensureallpatientmedicalinterventions areorganisedeffectively and efficiently so that patients are seen withoutclinical risk and within NHS guidelines and targets.
Main duties of the job
The post holder willbe responsible forundertaking a wide range of administrative and secretarial duties, which include the receipt of all correspondence, booking of patientmedicalappointments, attendance atdesignatedmeetingsrecordingaccuratenotes.Completion ofaudio transcription of clinical letters, reportsand other correspondence as required by the Consultant Psychiatristandmedical team.
To act as a focal point of contact andbe responsible forthe dissemination of information, messages and enquires for the medical team, liaising with multidisciplinary team members, other health professionals and staff within the Trust, GP's, Social Workers, Service Users,Carersand any otherappropriate externalagencies.You will also help cover when other secretaries within theserviceare on annual leave.
About us
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Job description Job responsibilities
For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.
We highly recommend you submit your application as soon as possible, this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
We are unable to support applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work the United Kingdom (UK)
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
AMSPAR Diploma or equivalent qualifications or minimum of 2 year Med Sec experience
Qualifications Essential
Minimum of 5 GCSEs or equivalent
Experience Essential
Working knowledge of medical terminology Experience of Community / Inpatient setting
Desirable
Time management Ability to work under pressure Highly motivated Shows the ability to be flexible Possesses enthusiasm for developing the role Able to work the hours and duties required by the post Can work autonomously when necessary Waiting list experience Has a good level of IT skills
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.
Employer details Employer name Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address Oaklands Centre
Raddlebarn Road
Birmingham
B29 6JB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)