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Essential
15 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Other Requirements
Self-motivated to produce good quality work
- Other Requirements
Demonstrable evidence of personal and professional development
- Other Requirements
Able to be flexible to meet the needs of the role
- Education/Qualifications
Good general education, educated to GCSE level or equivalent
- Education/Qualifications
Competent at Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
- Education/Qualifications
Substantial previous medical secretarial experience Experience of diary management.
- Skills Abilities/knowledge
Understanding of medical terminology (especially oncology)
- Skills Abilities/knowledge
The ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English to a wide range of people
- Skills Abilities/knowledge
Willingness and demonstrable ability to work as part of a team.
- Skills Abilities/knowledge
Evidence of ability and initiative to prioritise a busy workload
- Skills Abilities/knowledge
Evidence of ability to work without close supervision
- Skills Abilities/knowledge
Evidence of ability to remain calm when under pressure and cope with unanticipated demands
- Skills Abilities/knowledge
Evidence of ability to handle sensitive information without compromising confidentiality
- Skills Abilities/knowledge
Evidence of commitment to delivering high quality customer service
- Skills Abilities/knowledge
Demonstrable awareness of the needs of the multi disciplinary team.
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Education/Qualifications
Association of Medical Secretaries, Practice Managers and Receptionists (AMSPAR) qualified or equivalent.
- Education/Qualifications
European Computer Driving License (ECDL) or Equivalent
- Education/Qualifications
Previous experience of training other secretarial staff
- Education/Qualifications
Previous experience of managing/ supervising staff
Job overview
The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive Medical PA Service, alongside proficient organisation of theatre lists. They will liaise with all colleagues within the multidisciplinary team, along with internal departments to ensure the timely provision of treatment to our Private patients within Plastic Surgery.
Main duties of the job
The role is key to the efficient management of the consultant firm. Patient access to healthcare professionals and subsequent treatment planning in the specialist hospital setting relies upon well-co-ordinated organisational and administrative support. However, several of the posts differ in their emphasis depending upon the size of the consultant’s clinical practice and administrative team, and whether he / she also has an Administrative P.A. and / or a Medical Secretary(s). The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive administration/co-ordinator role. He/she will liaise with all colleagues within the multidisciplinary team, and with internal departments and external agencies to ensure the continuity of patient treatment.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification.
Co-ordinate and schedule surgeries and pre and post surgical follow up appointments as designated by surgical team.
To process new patient referrals within Trust and nationally agreed time frames, enabling compliance with quality standards for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Being able to prioritise.
Demonstrate compassion and courtesy towards patients and their families. Provision of high quality patient care.
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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This advert is for Medical PA/Scheduler with The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust in London, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Personal assistant role. The advertised salary is £34,186 - £37,389 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 11 Sep 2026.
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