Bon Secours Hospital Limerick at Barringtons are seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Medical Secretary. The successful candidates will have excellent secretarial/administration skills capable of supporting Consultants in their busy private practice.Post: Full-time, specified purpose (maternity leave cover) position.Salary: From €34,256 per annum pro rata dependent on relevant experienceHours: Full time equivalent: 35 hours per week, flexibility around working days and times is an inherent part of these roles.The successful candidate can look forward to joining a progressive team. The role will require the successful candidate to deliver exceptional care to our patients and their families.Responsibilities to include but not limited to: Ensure the timely processing of all patient related information, including clinic letters, reports, referrals, appointments, admissions, and all general enquiriesAudio typing duties within the agreed time frameEnsure that all correspondence is handled within the required timeframesTo be responsible for booking all appointments and coordinate theatre bookings as requiredKnowledgeable in relation to Health Insurance cover enabling interaction with the hospital patient access team to ensure patients have adequate Health Insurance coverHandling any outstanding invoices for patients, insurers or third parties to ensure prompt paymentMaintain the diaries of consultants, organising meetings, leave arrangements etc.To practice within and support the Bon Secours Mission and Values, policies, procedures, guidelines and new initiatives as directed / introduced by the hospitalEligibility Criteria:A minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar role is essential.Must demonstrate a sound knowledge of medical terminology.Demonstrable experience of Patient Management & Practice Managements Software.QQI/FETAC Level 5 or equivalent Medical Secretary/Medical Administration qualification is desirable.Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent communication skills in English written and verbal.For further information or Informal enquiries, please contact: Bríd Foley Relationship Manager – Consultant Practice: bridfoley@bonsecours.ieHow to apply:Please click on the Apply button aboveClosing date for receipt of applications is 12pm on Tuesday, 18th of February 2025. Only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.BON SECOURS HEALTH SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER