As the role of the medical secretary changes
and accountability increases, the British Society of Medical Secretaries
offers its members guidelines in many aspects of medical secretarial practice.
This document outlines your duty to the patient and how and
when it is lawful and ethical to use or disclose information
on a patient. This document is also available from the Department
of Health (Orderline, PO Box 777, London SE1 6XH, Tel: 08701
555 455, Fax 01623 724 524, email: doh@prolog.uk.com)
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As a healthcare
professional employed by the NHS, you work in an environment which
demands efficiency and accountability. As an employee, and professional,
your contribution within the NHS will depend on a range of competencies
and acquiring the new skills and knowledge necessary to do your
job efficiently and effectively. You will be required to demonstrate
that you are doing this by providing evidence of your learning and
your own Continuing Professional Development.
