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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Medical Secretary to join the Radiology Service at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff. As an experienced secretary, the post holder will have excellent communication skills and experience of using Microsoft IT systems on a daily basis. Ideally, the successful candidate will have experience of using NHS systems and coordinating MDT's. The post holder will require the ability to work well under pressure, use their own initiative, have good interpersonal skills and be able to work well independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will need to be highly motivated, flexible to the needs of the service and possess good organisational skills, plus be able to demonstrate excellent word processing ability. The successful candidate would benefit from having previous experience of working in a busy and challenging office environment. The post holder will be supported to thrive in a busy, varied and professional environment.
You will work closely with assigned Consultants and other Medical Staff to provide a comprehensive Medical Secretary service and support the administrative aspects of their role.
It is essential that the successful candidate is a highly motivated individual with excellent typing and interpersonal skills, including a sound knowledge of medical terminology. The post holder will need to meet tight deadlines, manage confidential patient information and maintain high standards relating to administrative processes.
This is an excellent opportunity for you to be part of an exciting directorate so, if you think you have the skills required to undertake this role, please call us to discuss the role in more detail and/or arrange an informal visit. The directorate encourages personal development and the post holder will be expected to take an active part in the VBA process.
We are looking for individuals who share the core values of the organisation.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full job description and Personal Specification attached within the supporting documents or alternatively please click "Apply now" to view in TRAC.
Applying for this NHS job
This advert is for Medical Secretary with Cardiff and Vale University Health Board in Cardiff, Cardiff, Wales. It is listed as a Band 4 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £28,819 - £31,626 pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 04 Jun 2026.
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