Medical Records Administrator

Medical Records - Administrator Spire - Leeds 22.5 hours per week Permanent

We have an opportunity for an experienced Medical Records Administrator to join our team in our busy Medical Records department at the Leeds Hospital on a part time, permanent basis.

Our Medical Records team are primarily responsible for the preparation, tracking and accurate storage of all medical records for the hospital. Your tasks will include preparation of records prior to outpatient clinics, transportation to the relevant department and filing once complete. Due to the high number of appointments the hospital completes on a daily basis this is a busy, fast paced role that requires meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

Spire Leeds Hospital, located in Roundhay, Leeds, has been treating patients for almost 30 years. We are the region's largest private hospital in terms of the range of services we offer and the number of consultants we work with. The hospital offers a range of services and facilities including four operating theatres, a sterile services department, a dedicated endoscopy suite, and a diagnostic and imaging department with an MRI and CT scanner. There are outpatient and physiotherapy departments providing services six days per week.

Duties and responsibilities

• Taking primary responsibility for the accurate preparation, tracking and storage of all medical records for the hospital
• Preparation of Medical Records for Outpatient, Pre Assessment and Admissions clinics
• Preparation of files for storage and archiving
• To provide records or information on request
• Filing, photocopying, dealing with telephone enquiries and sundries as required
• Inputting of data as and when required
• The effective transportation of medical records to the relevant department(s)
• To file incoming reports/correspondence into patient records
• Ensuring a meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, due to the high volume of appointments the hospital manages on a daily basis.
• Operate strictly within Data Protection Act legislation and data protection policies

Who we're looking for

• Someone who is highly organised, accurate and works well to tight deadlines
• Previous experience of working in a medical records department along with knowledge of the health care industry would be highly regarded, however, full training will be provided
• Proficient in the use of a PC, including Microsoft, Outlook and Excel software
• Must be a good communicator
• Working well as part of a team
• Must be comfortable with the physical element of this role
• Customer Service Experience

Working Hours: Part Time, 22.5hrs per week

Monday - Friday between 07:30 and 18:00, Saturday 08:00 - 16:00. Working days are flexible and to be discussed at interview.

Contract Type: Permanent Benefits

• 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options
• 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance

Our Values:

• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Caring is our passion
• Keeping it simple
• Delivering on our promises
• Succeeding and celebrating together

Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.

Spire Healthcare is a leading independent healthcare group in the United Kingdom, running 38 hospitals and over 50 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. It provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care, operates a network of private GPs and provides workplace health services to over 800 corporate clients. It also delivers a range of private and NHS mental health, musculoskeletal and dermatological services.

Closing Date: If we have received sufficient applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy without further notice, so please submit your application as soon as possible.