Medical Secretary – 11‑Month Fixed‑Term (Cardiology)

About the role

The Hospital is seeking a Medical Secretary on an 11‑month fixed‑term contract to support the Cardiology team. You will provide comprehensive administrative assistance to consultants, ensuring smooth patient pathways and high‑quality service throughout the hospital.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the medical secretary function for hospital suites, greeting and booking patients efficiently.
• Handle phone calls, referral letters, and patient enquiries, and contact patients regarding appointments and fees.
• Request and collate diagnostic information (scans, histology, pathology) from other hospitals as required.
• Process cash payments, enter them into the system, and balance daily.
• Ensure timely billing and keep patient accounts up to date.
• Prepare and distribute medical reports to referring GPs and consultants after consultations.
• Maintain accurate filing systems and keep practice software (Imeddoc/TPRO) updated.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary team members and adhere to hospital booking policies.
• Provide training for relief and work‑experience staff as needed.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a medical secretary or similar administrative role within a hospital setting.
• Strong understanding of patient pathways and hospital referral processes.
• Ability to handle cash, billing, and detailed record‑keeping accurately.
• Excellent communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
• Willingness to work flexibly across different hospital areas when required.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Imeddoc software.
• Proficiency with TPRO software.