Medical secretaries Salary
Median salary £24,071 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.
Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £24,000 after tax and National Insurance →
For medical secretaries, £26,958 is the typical (median) pay. That is well below the UK full-time median of £39,039 — -31% versus the national average. Experienced medical secretaries (top 25%) earn over £28,194.
About this role
Medical secretaries provide specialist administrative support within healthcare settings, managing patient correspondence, typing clinical letters and reports, handling medical terminology and supporting clinical teams with administrative functions.
Key responsibilities
- Typing clinical letters, discharge summaries and medical reports
- Managing patient correspondence and referrals
- Handling telephone enquiries from patients and healthcare professionals
- Maintaining patient records and filing systems
- Scheduling appointments and supporting clinical administration
Qualifications and entry routes
Medical secretarial qualifications (AMSPAR) or equivalent are valued. Accurate audio typing skills, knowledge of medical terminology and IT proficiency are essential. NHS experience is beneficial.
Career outlook
NHS administrative demand remains strong. Electronic patient records and digital dictation are changing workflows but the need for accurate medical correspondence continues.
Key skills
Common industries
- NHS hospitals
- GP practices
- Private hospitals
- Clinical commissioning
- Medical agencies
Data coverage
Salary Range (2025)
Estimated Career Progression
Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation
Entry Level
£12,330
0-2 years
Mid Level
£17,286
3-7 years
Senior
£28,194
8-15 years
Potential career growth: ▲ +129% from entry to leadership
Salary Trend (2015-2025)
Gender Pay Comparison (2025)
Gender pay gap: 4.0%
Full-time vs All Employees (2025)
Full-time premium: +£2,887
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Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).