Lead Secretary & Theatre Scheduler
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- Band
- Band 4
- Pattern
- 36
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Role summary
This role involves managing the scheduling of consultant facilities, particularly theatres, by coordinating with job plans and annual leave. The post holder will schedule patients according to waiting list policies and ensure the availability of clinical time and equipment, liaising with theatre staff for specialist needs. It requires strong organisational skills and attention to detail to maintain a prompt service.
Key responsibilities
- Timetable consultant use of facilities (eg theatres), taking account of their job plans, annual leave etc.
- Schedule patients in line with waiting list policies and the availability of appropriate clinical time and facilities/equipment.
- Liaise with theatre staff to book any specialist equipment required.
Essential criteria
- SVQ level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience) plus at least 2 years experience as a medical secretary
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
- Evidence of effective team working and dealing with change
- Evidence of good communication skills with patients, clinicians and colleagues
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 4 at £26,530 – £29,114 a year, across England.
This advert: £31,537 – £34,303 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
256916
Salary:
Band 4 (£31,537 - £34,303)
Job closing date:
23/09/2026
Job Type:
Administrative Services
Location:
University Hospital Monklands
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
16/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Lanarkshire
Department:
Surgical Directorate
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About The Organisation
Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.
We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in both North and South Lanarkshire. NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.
The Role
Supervise an administrative team of secretaries and administrative clerks and to provide a comprehensive administrative support to a team of clinicians, enabling clinicians to operate effectively and efficiently. Ensure the work of the administrative team is carried out in accordance with NHS Lanar
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