
Job requirements
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Essential
1 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
The role requires IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office skills, audio typing experience, strong communication and organisational abilities, a minimum of four GCSEs or equivalent, and knowledge of mental health and medications.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job summary
Do you have administration experience and are looking to step into a new role? Join Farmfield Hospital as a Medical Secretary and enjoy a career where you are valued and supported to be the best you can be. Working 37.5, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the medical team at Farmfield Hospital From managing their diaries, planning meetings to updating records, you will be able to turn your hand to any admin related task. As the Medical Secretary, you will work alongside the Registered Clinicians assisting with confidential paperwork, service users records and GP letters. You will liaise with external agencies to get up-to-date information on service users and GP letters. Theres also a range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.
Main duties of the job
The Medical Secretary at Farmfield Hospital will provide essential administrative support to the medical team. Responsibilities include managing diaries, planning meetings, updating records, producing professional documents, and coordinating with external agencies. The successful candidate will work closely with Registered Clinicians, handling confidential paperwork and supporting various administrative tasks efficiently. The role offers a structured workweek of 37.5 hours and comes with continuous career development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.
About us
Elysium Healthcare is a significant player in the healthcare industry, employing over 8,000 people and managing a network of more than 80 services across England and Wales. The company covers multiple areas, including Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and more. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium Healthcare benefits from a global network spanning 10 countries and over 86,000 employees. This reach and diversity offer ample opportunities for growth and movement within the organisation, aligning employee career aspirations with practical support and professional development.
Details
- Date posted: 27 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £25,447.50 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1542534320
- Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Charlwood, RH6 0BN, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Do you have administration experience and are looking to step into a new role? Join Farmfield Hospital as a Medical Secretary and enjoy a career where you are valued and supported to be the best you can be.
Working 37.5, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to the medical team at Farmfield Hospital From managing their diaries, planning meetings to updating records, you will be able to turn your hand to any admin related task.
As the Medical Secretary, you will work alongside the Registered Clinicians assisting with confidential paperwork, service users records and GP letters. You will liaise with external agencies to get up-to-date information on service users and GP letters.
There’s also a range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.
As a Medical Secretary you will be:
- Supporting the Registered Clinician with letters and general documentation
- Supporting all meetings as minute taker as requested by the Medical Director or by the member of the SLT
- checking and amending for spelling and grammatical errors.
- Participating in the administration, development and evaluation of regulatory matters.
- Co-ordinating the hospital diary and the whereabouts of the clinicians
- Booking in meetings
- Arranging Conference Calls
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- IT skills including Microsoft Office
- Experience of audio typing
- Communication and organisational skills
- A minimum of 4 GCSEs or equivalent
- Knowledge of mental health and medications
Where you will be working:
Location: Farmfield Drive, Charlwood, Surrey, RH6 0BN
You’ll be caring for adult men 18+ who potentially have a forensic background and enduring mental health illnesses such as personality disorder, substance misuse issues and challenging behaviours.
What You’ll Get
At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:
- Annual base salary of £ 25,447.50
- The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
- Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
- Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Access to the Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
- Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
- Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
- 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
- Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
- Pension contribution, to help secure your future
- Free meals and onsite free parking
About your next employer:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
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