Role Summary We have an exciting opportunity for a Service Administrator (previously known as Medical Secretary) to join our Breast and Plastic Surgery Cluster. We have various roles within the cluster, the best suited can be discussed at interview stage. You will:Providing excellent customer care. Hospital visits can be stressful and daunting, so you will be a great communicator with strong customer service skills to put our patients at ease, treating them with tact and empathyCoordinating and organising the attendance of patients to outpatient, day case and theatre appointmentsEnsuring all administrative processes and enquiries are dealt with in an efficient and timely mannerWe have multiple positions within the Cluster and will accept both full and part time / job share applicants. About the Role For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.More detail about the roleTypical tasks that you will complete are (this list is not exhaustive):Administrative support to the clinical team within the Cluster.Reception cover Proof reading clinical letters (please note there is no audio typing in this role)Monitoring waiting times, ensuring that our patients’ treatment pathways, from referral to treatment are accurate and up to date (you can find out more on what this means here: NHS England » Referral to treatment)Booking appointments from waiting lists Setting up and updating clinics/Theatre bookings Liaising with other health services Assisting and supporting other members of the administrative team across the department or division, including dealing with telephone calls and resolving enquiries for patients, their carers and visitors.Completing actions from MDT MeetingsLiaising with the Trauma team and completing any necessary admin tasksWorking Pattern: hours per week. Between Monday - Friday, varied hours to be confirmed at interview.Interview Date: nd April 6For further information please contact: Casey Bennett, Admin Line Manager, on style="margin:0px;font-size:inherit;padding:5px 0px;">As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and
Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. About Us Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over , staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than , people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and
Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out moreIt has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey. Benefits Looking after you is important to us.We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.Salary is not the only financial benefitYou will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at
ExeterCar lease schemes.The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).Cycle to work schemeThese are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
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