Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust for an Audio Typist/Transcriptionist.
The post holder is expected to provide day to day support with the typing of audio clinic letters. To also support secretarial and administrative colleagues with the typing of admin and result letters and also to oversee the investigation log. To also complete admin tasks after typing letters e.g. sending referrals, communicating relevantly with secretaries.
Main duties of the job
- To provide a comprehensive typing support and administrative support to the consultants and their clinical team.
- To also complete admin tasks after typing letters e.g. sending referrals, communicating relevantly with secretaries.
- To support secretarial and administrative colleagues in meeting departmental objectives.
- The post holder will have advance audio typing skills
- The post holder will update the investigation log adding and removing investigations.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- A good understanding of Microsoft Office and Outlook
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work as a team
- Ability to organise work independently and adapt to changing priorities
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good attention to detail
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Trust’s current Information Technology systems (e.g. Medisec, Patient Centre)
Experience
Essential
- Proven experience in hospital setting or similar role
- Audio typing experience (RSA II or equivalent)
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Maths and English level C or above
- Typing Qualification or significant equivalent typing experience
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This advert is for Audio Typist/Transcriptionist with Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust in Salford, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 3 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £25,760 - £27,476 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Jul 2026.
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