Medical Administrator

Overview

Are you looking for a rewarding role within the NHS and thrive in a challenging environment? If so, a position as a Medical Administrator could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are seeking a dedicated and professional individual to provide an efficient, confidential and high‑quality secretarial service to the Acute/Neonatal Clinical Team. This role involves delivering essential administrative and secretarial support to facilitate patient care. Strong communication skills are key, as the post‑holder will liaise with parents, relatives, general practitioners, and other hospital staff to ensure a seamless and effective service for both patients and clinicians.

As part of the wider Administrative Team the post‑holder will report to the Administration Lead and contribute to the smooth running of the service.

Hours:

37.5 hours per week

Days:
Monday to Friday

If you are organised, proactive and committed to supporting patient care, we encourage you to apply.

Expected Interview Date: 25th February 2026

As a Medical Administrator you will be responsible for managing Consultants’ correspondence, audio‑typing, handling patient queries and liaising with other healthcare professionals.

This role requires initiative, decision‑making skills and efficiency to deliver a comprehensive administrative service. You will manage Consultants’ correspondence, audio‑typing, book appointments, check outcomes, manage vacant slots and liaise with patients, relatives, GPs and hospital staff. The post‑holder will work as part of the Administration Team, reporting to the Administration Lead.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent command of English, punctuation and grammar.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.
• Strong IT skills to ensure efficient use of hospital computer systems.
• Accurate and proficient audio‑typing skills.
• A professional and confident telephone manner.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Flexibility to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
• Sound judgement and initiative to handle tasks independently when required.

We are a very busy, hardworking and friendly team that needs an energetic and exceptionally organised person to join our Acute Paediatrics and Neonatal Team. If you like to be kept busy, enjoy variety and have good attention to detail whilst under pressure, then you could be the person we are looking for to enable us to deliver an excellent service.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and highly motivated secretary, who is committed, demonstrates loyalty and is prepared to work hard when necessary to complete all tasks required. Experience in the NHS is desirable, but a willingness to learn and be adaptable is essential.

In return, we can offer you a job where you are valued in supporting our team and making a difference to patients.

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At Gloucestershire Hospitals our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the county’s largest employer, we are proud to provide high‑quality acute, elective and specialist services to more than 650,000 people across our county. Our care is delivered across Gloucestershire Royal, Cheltenham General and Stroud Maternity Hospital.

With over 9,000 employees representing more than 95 nationalities, we bring together a mix of cultures and experiences to the care we deliver. Whether you are beginning your NHS journey or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting time to join us. We are investing heavily in innovation, research and transformation, with more than 100 active clinical studies and major developments underway.

We take pride in working as one team, driven by a shared ambition to grow, develop and continually improve. Every contribution is valued and by combining our collective strengths we support not only our diverse communities but one another. You can expect a warm, supportive culture and colleagues who are passionate about teamwork, professional development and delivering exceptional care. We offer structured development programmes, mentoring and leadership opportunities to help you progress in your career.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from a comprehensive package that includes flexible working opportunities, generous annual leave, the NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, local discounts, access to on‑site nurseries, reduced public transport costs, reward and recognition schemes and a wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives.

Be part of Gloucestershire Hospitals, explore your future with us today.