Medical Audio Typist

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NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. 

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Position

An opportunity has arisen for a Medical Audio Typist based at University Hospital Ayr.

What you will do:

This post is within the Trauma & Orthopaedic Department and you will provide a comprehensive support service to the Medical Secretaries within the Department and will provide cover during periods of absence. Primary duties will include audio transcription of clinical correspondence using digital dictation and the use of the patient management system.  Due to the nature of the Department you will have frequent telephone enquiries from patients, relatives and GPs as well as other external and internal agencies. 

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

Experience within a secretarial environment is essential along with excellent audio typing skills.  You should have a relevant secretarial qualification e.g. AMSPAR Diploma for Medical Secretaries, RSA, or Scotvec qualification such as HNC in Business Admin or equivalent experience.  A working knowledge of the patient management system (Trakcare) and knowledge of Medical Terminology is advantageous although training will be provided. Good communication skills are essential as this is a busy and challenging post.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours: 15 per week

This is a permanent role.

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Angela Gilmour, Assistant Manager at / Angela.gilmour@aapct.scot.nhs.uk.

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