Website Oxenward Surgery
Be part of a welcoming and dedicated GP practice team, working together to provide the best possible care for our local community.
Oxenward Surgery
3 Oxenward Road
Kilwinning
Ayrshire
KA13 6EH
Oxenward Surgery is looking to recruit an experienced and highly organised Medical Secretary to join our busy and dedicated team on a permanent part time basis working 30 hours per week over 5 days with full flexibility.
The successful candidate will be able to manage a varied workload, work efficiently under pressure, and maintain a high level of accuracy and professionalism at all times.
Whilst the primary focus of the role is Medical Secretary, there will be an expectation to provide ad-hoc reception cover and undertake reception duties when required.
- Excellent audio typing skills with a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong note-taking and minute-taking skills.
- Experience of scheduling and coordinating meetings.
- In-depth knowledge of GDPR, confidentiality, and information governance principles.
- Experienced in liaising with patients, external organisations and NHS colleagues.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- A professional, courteous, and empathetic manner.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to prioritise a demanding workload effectively and manage competing priorities.
- The ability to adapt and respond to the evolving needs of the practice.
- The ability to work independently while also being an effective member of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and heathcare IT systems including EMIS, Docman, SCI Gateway and IGPR.
Desirable
The following skills and experience would be advantageous:
- Previous experience working as a Medical Secretary or in a medical, primary care, or healthcare environment.
- A working knowledge of IGPR processes.
- Familiarity with medical terminology and clinical correspondence.
- Knowledge of GP clinical systems and national and local NHS referral pathways.
- Experience supporting clinicians within a multidisciplinary healthcare setting.
Informal enquiries to [email protected]
Closing date 28th August 2026
To apply for this job email your details to natalie.dickson@aapct.scot.nhs.uk.
