Medical Secretary (Bank)

Provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to consultants and clinical teams, ensuring accurate correspondence, efficient scheduling and a seamless experience for patients and staff.

25th February 2026

Job Description

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Medical Secretary to join our administrative team. This role supports consultants and clinical services in a fast-paced environment, ensuring accurate correspondence, efficient scheduling and clear communication across the hospital.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of medical terminology, excellent multitasking ability and a proactive approach to problem-solving, while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality at all times.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Type clinical letters from dictation, reports and notes with accuracy and efficiency
  • Maintain correspondence databases and tracking systems
  • Manage incoming and outgoing communications via phone, email and letter
  • Coordinate consultant schedules, availability and system updates
  • Liaise with clinical and bookings teams to manage capacity and patient flow
  • Ensure bookings reflect consultation outcomes, diagnostics and treatment timeframes
  • Manage consultant enquiries, escalating where appropriate
  • Handle confidential information in line with hospital policies
  • Collate documentation for medical records with the wider admin team
  • Provide a professional and courteous service to patients, consultants and colleagues
  • Support ad hoc administrative duties as required

Professional Standards

  • Maintain strict confidentiality and data protection compliance
  • Demonstrate professionalism, equality and respect in all interactions
  • Work collaboratively while using initiative to resolve issues

Role Details

  • Location: The Hamptons Hospital, Cygnet Road, Peterborough, PE7 8FD
  • Salary: £24,961–£26,000 per year
  • Work Pattern: On-site

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Medical Secretary (required)
  • Strong knowledge of medical terminology
  • Excellent organisational and multitasking skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • IT proficiency, including databases, spreadsheets and clinical systems

Education

  • GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Benefits

  • Company pension
  • Free parking
  • On-site parking
  • Private medical insurance

 

About The Hamptons Hospital

At The Hamptons Hospital, we’re on a mission to provide patients with a better way to experience healthcare, one that offers fast, personalised care and delivers the best possible response to their health concerns. Combining clinical excellence, innovation and personalisation, we aim to set a new standard for health and wellness in Cambridgeshire and the surrounding areas, as we build a state-of-the-art hospital from the ground up.

How to Apply

Please email your CV and a cover letter to: recruitment@thehamptonshospital.com

  • Use the job title as the subject line
  • Include your contact details, including email address and phone number
  • Attach your CV in PDF or Word format

We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within 10 days.

Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

By applying, you consent to The Hamptons Hospital processing your personal data for recruitment purposes. Information will be stored securely and retained in line with our data retention policy.

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