Job Opportunity: Medical Secretary
This role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to join a team in Galway as a Temporary Grade IV Medical Secretary. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing an effective and efficient front-line reception service, managing telephone inquiries from the public, service users, and healthcare professionals.
Duties:
* Accurately transcribe medical documents, correspondence, and reports with speed and precision.
* Schedule appointments and manage clinic bookings.
* Process, correct, and validate data to maintain accuracy and completeness.
* Maintain both manual and computerised filing systems, ensuring that records are securely and accurately stored and easily retrievable.
Required Skills:
* Fast and accurate typing skills, with experience in Dictaphone being highly beneficial.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong telephone and reception skills, with a polite, professional, and patient-focused approach.
Working Conditions:
The role requires the ability to work independently, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions to enhance department efficiency. The successful candidate will also need to demonstrate high attention to detail when handling records and documentation, as well as proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support clinical and administrative functions.
About This Role:
This is a temporary 3-month contract role, working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with a 35-hour working week. The pay rate is €19.30 per hour to €29.77 per hour, depending on verified relevant public sector experience.