Grade IV Medical Secretary Job Description
We are partnering with a client in the Public Sector to recruit a Grade IV Medical Secretary for an immediate start.
The role is full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, or part-time, 14 hours per week. The expected temporary placement is 3 months. Please note that this does not supersede the existing terms and conditions as outlined in your contract of employment.
The rates vary from €17.68 to €27.98, depending on relevant verified public sector experience.
Mandatory Criteria
* At least 1 year's secretarial/administrative experience.
* Excellent typing skills, including Dictaphone typing (in excess of 60wpm).
* Excellent knowledge of medical terminology.
Duties
* Daily collection of Healthcare Records from Consultants Rooms and transcription of dictations.
* Insert/scan dictated letters into the Patient Record.
* Ensure timely return and maintenance of healthcare records in accordance with hospital standards.
* Assist in integrating new software for departmental operations.
* Ensure effective and efficient use of information technology for patient care and administrative support.
* Efficiently support Ophthalmic and Otolaryngology Consultants and their multidisciplinary teams with specific consultant workloads.
* Adapt to workload changes as directed by the Patient Services Manager based on service requirements.
* File and distribute general correspondence and documentation to GPs and referring practitioners.
* Ensure all correspondence meets hospital standards and complies with NHO standards.
* The ability to work on own initiative and prioritize workload.
* Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
* Adapt a professional approach at all times.
Benefits
* Dedicated consultant and 24/7 on call support.
* TTM Perks at Work Scheme - discounted hotel stays, access to discounted health insurance, phone contracts, discounted fuel and much, much more.
Please note that selected candidates will be required to engage in a short-listing process where further details of the role will be provided.