Job overview

Annex 21 Band 4 - 70% 

We are looking for a forward thinking, enthusiastic, organised and motivated individual to join our team of Medical Secretaries. 

You will undergo training to provide a first class, comprehensive secretarial service to a large team of local Consultant Medical Staff and to facilitate effective communication between medical teams at our Swansea centre.

You will learn to actively participate in the planning and implementation of all reading and assessment clinics held at the Swansea Breast Screening Centre. You will also provide non clinical advice and information over the telephone to service user, their families or carers. 

Main duties of the job

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Trainee Medical Secretary. The role of Medical Secretary is varied, interesting and continuously growing.

Medical Secretaries provide a comprehensive secretarial service to the local clinical team. Planning and supporting the assessment pathway, including processing assessment clinics, typing clinic letters, recording clinical data and creating electronic treatment referrals.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate a keen eye for detail, have excellent written and oral communication skills, accurate audio and copy typing skills, high level organisational skills.

Candidates for this post do not need to hold the full qualifications detailed on the job description as this is a training post.  Candidates should have a good general level of education with the ability and enthusiasm to undertake a training programme which will enable you to become a Medical Secretary. 

Should you wish to discuss the post prior to application, please contact Connie Bush on 01792454319 or via email on [email protected] 

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Public Health Wales is the National Public Health Institute in Wales. Our vision is 'Working to achieve a healthier future for Wales' where we play a pivotal role in driving improvements in population health and well-being, reducing health inequalities, improving healthcare outcomes, protecting the public and supporting the development of health in all policies across Wales.

Our organisation is guided by our Values, 'Working together, with trust and respect, to make a difference'. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values equality, diversity and inclusion.  We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve and from those wishing to work part time or on a job share basis.

To find out more about working for us, the benefits we offer and guidance on the application process, please visit https://phw.nhs.wales/working-for-us/applicant-information-and-guidance/