Clinical Secretary – Community Mental Health Team

About the role

The Clinical Secretary will provide essential administrative and secretarial support to a multidisciplinary Community Mental Health Team within NHS Lanarkshire. The role ensures smooth operation of the department by managing information flow, referrals, and documentation.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive secretarial support, including audio/copy typing, photocopying, word processing, and email handling.
• Collect, collate, and produce statistical information for patient performance monitoring and staff governance.
• Maintain the department’s waiting list and referral system.
• Prioritise and distribute incoming and outgoing correspondence and telephone calls, initiating actions as required.

Required profile

• RSA3/SVQ3/NC qualification in Secretarial Studies or equivalent.
• Proficient IT skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
• Excellent organisational ability, self‑initiative, and strong oral and written communication.
• Full UK/EU/EEA driving licence.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• Audio and copy typing
• Use of management information systems

What we offer

• 35 days annual leave including public holidays.
• Generous NHS pension scheme.
• Annual incremental salary progression.
• Paid sick leave increasing with length of service.
• NHS discounts and additional employee benefits.