Medical Secretary - Colposcopy

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Name - Louise Maw / Natalie Wales Position - Colposcopy MDT Co-ordinators Email - louise.maw@nhs.net / natalie.wales@nhs.net Shortlisting Date: 1st October Interview Date: Week commencing 5th or 12th October depending on volume of applications

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a Medical Secretary within the Colposcopy team. This would be an ideal opportunity for someone looking to expand their experience and knowledge. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive secretarial support within the Colposcopy department, based at St James’s Hospital. This post is for part time hours of 22.5 hours per week.

General secretarial duties will include the typing of correspondence, clinic letters, discharge summaries, booking appointments, dealing with telephone enquiries and supporting the various referral to treatment targets. We are looking for a highly motivated, flexible and hard working person.

Candidates will need excellent communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team, to work under minimal supervision and the ability to meet deadlines. Previous secretarial experience/experience of working in an office environment is essential.

RSA II in audio typing or equivalent is an essential requirement to undertake this varied and interesting role, along with a good standard of English. We offer support through a structured period of induction, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

The Gynaecology Service is a friendly, forward-thinking team united by a genuine commitment to improving the lives of the patients we serve. We are a department that takes real pride in the standard of care we deliver — and that same dedication extends to how we look after our own people. You'll be joining a supportive, close-knit team where colleagues go out of their way to help one another, and where your contribution is recognised and valued.

This is an exciting opportunity to further develop a range of administration skills. This opportunity provides scope to work with a wide range of patients across different sub-specialties, including general gynaecology, hysteroscopy, colposcopy and others.

Working within the Women's CSU at St James's University Hospital, you'll be part of one of the most respected and ambitious Gynaecology departments in the North of England. We serve a diverse and wide-reaching patient community spanning Leeds, Yorkshire, and beyond — meaning the work you do every day has a real and meaningful impact. We are committed to professional development, fostering a culture where people are encouraged to grow, take ownership, and build fulfilling careers. If you're looking for a role where you can lead with purpose, work alongside passionate professionals, and make a genuine difference to patients and colleagues alike — this is the team for you.

We are looking for a motivated and resilient individual who brings a high level of personal commitment, sound logical reasoning, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You'll be someone who thrives under pressure, is equally comfortable working independently or as part of a team, and who takes genuine pride in finding the right solution for patients and colleagues alike. The ability to prioritise effectively, work with autonomy, and adapt to the fast-paced demands of a busy outpatient environment will be key to your success in this role.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential — as is a heartfelt commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

The chosen candidate will have excellent communication skills and will work closely with, medical, nursing and other administrative staff in and around the gynaecology team.

Applicants should have excellent communication skills, the ability to understand and use IT systems, e.g. Microsoft Excel, and the ability to organise and prioritise multiple tasks. NHS IT systems/experience is preferable however full training will be provided.

The post holder must be able to communicate sensitively and effectively with a wide range of people including patients and all other staff members. In addition the post holder will have to communicate with other outside agencies and other departments throughout the Trust.

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

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To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

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https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/