Immediate Start: Experienced Medical Secretary Needed in Barnsley S70

We are seeking a proficient and dedicated Medical Secretary to join a busy and respected healthcare practice in the heart of Barnsley S70. This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth administrative operation of the practice, providing direct support to clinicians and ensuring patients receive efficient, compassionate service from their first point of contact. As a specialist in healthcare staffing, labourer.agency understands the critical need for skilled administrative professionals who can manage the unique pressures of a medical environment.

This position has arisen due to expansion and offers an immediate start for the right candidate. It represents a fantastic opportunity to secure a stable, long-term role within a supportive team. The practice values professionalism, discretion, and a proactive attitude. If you have proven experience as a Medical Secretary, Office Assistant, or similar within a clinical setting, and are looking for a rewarding new challenge in Barnsley, we strongly encourage you to apply today. We also place professionals in diverse roles across the region, from construction staffing positions like Groundworker and Forklift Driver / Operator roles, to niche positions like Medical Sales Representatives, demonstrating our wide network and commitment to matching talent with opportunity.

As the Medical Secretary, you will be the administrative backbone of the practice. Your day-to-day duties will be varied, demanding excellent organisation, communication, and a meticulous eye for detail.

• Patient Communication & Liaison: Acting as the first point of contact for patients via phone, email, and in-person. Managing appointment bookings, cancellations, and follow-ups with empathy and professionalism. Handling sensitive patient enquiries and redirecting them appropriately.
• Clinical Correspondence & Documentation: Typing and formatting clinic letters, referrals, and medical reports from digital dictation or handwritten notes. Ensuring all correspondence is accurate, proofread, and dispatched promptly via secure channels (NHS mail, post). Maintaining meticulous electronic and paper filing systems in compliance with GDPR and confidentiality policies.
• Practice Administration: Managing the daily clinic lists, preparing patient notes for consultations, and processing prescription requests in line with practice protocols. Ordering clinical and stationery supplies as needed. Supporting practice meetings by preparing agendas and taking minutes.
• Data Management & System Proficiency: Confidently using practice-specific clinical software (e.g., SystmOne, EMIS Web) for patient record management, appointment scheduling, and data extraction. Ensuring data quality and contributing to practice audit requirements. Competently using standard office software (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Team Support & Multi-tasking: Providing comprehensive secretarial support to a team of GPs and nurses. Working collaboratively with other administrative and clinical staff to ensure seamless service delivery. Prioritising a fluctuating workload effectively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned administrative professional with specific experience in a healthcare context. We are looking for someone who embodies reliability, discretion, and a strong work ethic.

• Essential Experience: Minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Medical Secretary, Medical Administrator, or Senior Office Assistant within a GP practice, hospital department, or private clinic. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and NHS processes is non-negotiable.
• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrable, hands-on experience with primary care clinical software such as SystmOne or EMIS Web. Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook are required. The ability to adapt quickly to new digital systems is key.
• Personal Attributes: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive situations with tact and compassion. Impeccable organisational skills and the ability to prioritise a demanding workload autonomously. A proactive, problem-solving mindset and unwavering attention to detail.
• Logistics: Must be based within a commutable distance of Barnsley S70 and available for an immediate start. A full, clean driving licence is advantageous but not essential. A commitment to maintaining strict patient confidentiality at all times is paramount.

If you are transitioning from another sector but possess transferable skills like those of a highly organised Forklift Driver / Operator who values safety and procedure, or a diligent Groundworker accustomed to structured tasks, we still encourage you to speak with our consultants about other suitable roles in our temporary jobs portfolio.

We believe in rewarding our talent fairly and providing a positive working environment. This role, placed through labourer.agency, offers a comprehensive package designed to support you.