About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a band 2 Medical Typist/ Administrator to join our Obstetrics and Gynaecology team, within the Division of Surgery and Women's & Children's Services.
Main duties of the job
The medical typist role is a demanding but rewarding role, working as part of a friendly and enthusiastic team.
The successful candidate will have the confidence and enthusiasm to work under their own initiative and be able to prioritise a competing workload.
This role will predominantly focus on typing, but will also include the occasional administrative responsibility.
About us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Job description Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the team in terms of typing/ administrative tasks. Specific roles and responsibilities of the job can be found in the job description and person specification attached.
Flexible working may be required in order to meet the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications Essential
OCR/RSA II (or equivalent) Typing/Word Processing qualification or equivalent measurable level of keyboard skills English GCSE Grade C or above or equivalent
Desirable
OCR/RSA III
Knowledge and Experience Essential
A minimum of 6 month's typing/word processing experience to include administrative duties
Desirable
Medical audio typing experience
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Accurate touch typing/ word processing skills Good IT skills including working knowledge of Microsoft applications Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to demonstrate an interest in the role Ability to adapt to different working practices and environments Attention to detail and ability to produce accurate documentation Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Ability to deal appropriately with sensitive/ confidential information
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 James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address James Paget University Hospital
Gorleston
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)