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Job summary

Main area
Respiratory
Grade
Band 4
Contract
12 months (Fixed Term)
Hours
Part time - 30 hours per week
Job ref
050-AC225-1026
Employer
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
Ty Derbyn Wrexham
Town
Wrexham
Salary
£28,819 - £31,626 per annum pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
18/10/2026 23:59

Employer heading

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board logo

Senior Medical Secretary

Band 4

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

The organisation is currently undertaking a comprehensive operating model review and change programme to ensure we are best positioned for the future, creating exciting opportunities to shape how we work and deliver for the people of North Wales.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

 

 

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and experienced individual to join our Respiratory Services team, providing comprehensive administrative and secretarial support within the Medical Directorate.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the delivery of a high-quality administrative service to respiratory consultants, junior medical staff, specialist nursing teams, and other healthcare professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who thrives in a busy environment and is committed to delivering exceptional support services.

Applicants should have well-developed typing and keyboard skills and ideally hold an RSA Stage 3 qualification (or equivalent experience). Candidates who do not currently meet this qualification requirement but are willing to undertake the necessary training and development to achieve this standard will also be considered.

Applicants who do not currently hold the essential qualifications but can demonstrate relevant experience and a commitment to undertake appropriate training and development to achieve the required standards will be considered. Where applicable, appointments may be made under Annex 21 arrangements in accordance with NHS Terms and Conditions.

This post is fixed term/secondment for 12 months due to funding

Main duties of the job

The post-holder must also have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, using discretion, judgement and initiative.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, together with a keen eye for detail, with the ability to process and generate urgent and routine correspondence.  

The Candidates must be able to maintain patient confidentiality, and ensure a high standard of customer care at all times. It is essential that the successful candidate has a flexible approach to work, to meet the demands of the service.

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

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • NVQ Business administration L4 or equivalent experience Or City & Guilds (AMSPAR) Level 3Diploma in Medical administration or equivalent medical secretary experience
  • RSA /OCR level 3 or equivalent experience or qualification in typing
  • ECDL or equivalent experience
Desirable criteria
  • Management qualification or working towards
  • NVQ 3 Customer Service

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Experience of coordinating administration activities.
  • Experience of working as a medical secretary
  • Experience of organising workload and people
Desirable criteria
  • Previous NHS Experience

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Advanced typing skills
  • Will work unsupervised
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Will prioritise own workload
  • Minute taking experience

Knowledge

Essential criteria
  • Evidence of Continual Personal development
  • Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft office applications
Desirable criteria
  • ESR Self Service (or equivalent experience using it)
  • Knowledge of Referral To Treatment process (RTT)

Personal Qualities

Essential criteria
  • Good team working ethic
  • Enthusiasm and commitment
  • Proactive and positive attitude
  • Be innovative to meet the challenges of a changing organisation
  • Customer focused approach

Other

Essential criteria
  • If required be able to travel between sites if relevant to the demands of the post
Desirable criteria
  • Welsh speaker

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Working ForwardApprenticeships logoDisability confident leaderStonewall Top 100Stop Smoking Wales is the NHS Smoking Cessation Service in WalesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.hyderus o ran anableddTime to changeStonewall Top 100 EmployersCore principles

Applicant requirements

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Anna Bayley-Jones
Job title
Assistant Speciality Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
03000 858401
Additional information
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