 
        
        Grade IV - Medical Secretary (Orthopaedics)
Purpose of the Role
The purpose of this post is to provide secretarial and administration support to orthopaedic consultants. High volume Dictaphone typing is a core function of the role.
 * Leaving Certificate Standard or equivalent.
 * Experience of general office procedures is essential.
 * Minimum of 1 year’s administration/secretarial experience.
 * Experience in Dictaphone typing essential: Candidates will be required to sit a medical typing test at interview stage.
 * Experience in using Medical Terminology.
How To Apply
Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter that illustrates how the essential criteria above is met. CVs will not be accepted without a cover letter.
The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is 28th October 2025 by 23:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Una Galine una.galine@childrenshealthireland.ie
For any other enquiries you can contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Kaley Madden at kaley.madden@childrenshealthireland.ie
PLEASE NOTE: CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. If pre‑employments and mandatory training are not completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.
Below are the commencement dates for 2025 and 2026 for your information:
 * 15 December 2025
 * 12 January 2026 (NCHD rotation only)
 * 9 February 2026
 * 9 March 2026
EEO Statement
Children’s Health Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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