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Medical Secretary - Audio Typist (Bank)
Circle Health Group Limited (Weekly Payroll)
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Source date: 11/3/2026
About this role
Medical Secretary - Audio Typist (Bank) Woodlands Hospital Bank Shifts Salary: £12.71 per hour [Woodlands Hospital](https://www.bmihealthcare.co.uk/hospitals/bmi-woodlands-hospital) in Darlington is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country. We have an opportunity for a Medical Secretary to join their team of staff in the Medical Secretaries department. This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence. Duties of this role include: * Provide dedicated secretarial support to one or more consultants, including diary management, clinic preparation, and transcription of clinical correspondence. * Type letters, reports, and medical documentation from audio dictation or handwritten notes with a high level of accuracy. * Liaise with patients to confirm appointments, investigations, admissions, and follow-up arrangements. * Manage consultants' diaries, including scheduling outpatient clinics, theatre lists, and meetings. * Maintain accurate patient records, including uploading correspondence to electronic health records or paper files as needed. * Prepare and process consultant invoices and ensure accurate billing for private patients in collaboration with finance teams. * Work closely with other secretaries, medical records, clinical staff, and booking teams to ensure seamless service. Applicants should meet the following criteria: * Proven experience in a medical secretarial or administrative role within a healthcare setting. * Excellent typing and transcription skills, including experience with audio dictation. * Strong knowledge of medical terminology and clinical correspondence formatting. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and patient-centred approach. * High level of accuracy and attention to detail. * Proficient in Microsoft Office and healthcare systems (e.g., PAS, EPR, Dictation software). * Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy clinical environment. Salary & Benefits: Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate. “Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values. To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: [https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy](https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy)” At Circle Health Group, we believe healthcare should be personal, accessible and outstanding. As the UK’s largest private hospital group, with over 50 locations nationwide, Circle Health Group bring world-class consultants, cutting edge facilities, and care without the wait. Your health, your choice – we make it happen. We’re also passionate about out people. With private medical cover, flexible working hours, wellbeing support and career development opportunities, being just a few of the fantastic benefits on offer, we give our teams everything they need to thrive. Together, we’re shaping the future of healthcare