Longfield Medical Centre are hiring!
We are looking for an experienced Medical Secretary to work in our busy GP Practice.
The ideal candidate will need to have good keyboard and audio typing skills, have high attention to detail and be able to work on their own initiative as well as part of the practice team. You will also be able to prioritise the workload on a daily basis.
Excellent communication skills are essential, and to be able to be understanding, approachable and compassionate whilst being aware of strict confidentiality.
This is a full time position, and previous secretarial experience is essential.
Main Duties include:
Audio Typing of referral letters using Lexacom
Dealing with ‘tasks’ on SystmOne which include typing referrals, Advice & Guidance, contacting hospitals etc
Typing of letters to Solicitors/Insurance Companies
Dealing with telephone calls from patients and hospitals
Sending via email referral letters and referral forms, and dealing with all incoming emails
Booking two week wait referrals, urgent referrals, Ophthalmology referrals and Advice & Guidance using the ERS system and checking the worklists
Sending Provide e-referrals
Taking Minutes of meetings and preparing Agendas
Dealing with bereaved families and liaising with undertakers and the coroner’s office regarding all paperwork involved with the death of patients in their own homes or a care home
Keeping contact details for hospitals and other providers up to date
This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week.