Medical Secretary

Sector: Medical Secretary Jobs

Ref: RR2010126

Posted on: 01 Jan 2012   |   Expires on: 01 Mar 2012

Recruiter: Fritz Recruitment

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Type: Temporary / Full Time

Location: Chelmsford, Essex

Salary: £8.50 per hour

A role has arisen for an experienced Medical Secretary to work on a permanent contract in a private hospital based in Chelmsford. We are looking for a professional and approachable individual with proven experience to undertake requirements working within the Knee Surgery unit.

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role and be confident in both audio and copy typing.

Duties and Responsibilities

You will work within a small team of medical secretaries and must be flexible and adaptable to accommodate busy workloads and be willing to support others. Duties will include:

  • To arrange appointments, liaising with internal and external departments.
  • To manage correspondence and telephone enquiries as directed.
  • Maintain and file accurate records.
  • Prioritise work to ensure deadlines are met.
  • Arrange meetings and prepare minutes.
  • Maintain stationery / stock levels.
  • Use the hospital computer system to register / obtain client information.

Requirements

You must have excellent IT skills and be familiar with medical terminology. In addition, you will also posses:

  • RSA 2 Typing / Word Processing
  • GCSE English C
  • Excellent IT Skills
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook
  • Preference goes to candidates with AMSPAR Diploma or 2 years previous medical secretary experience
  • Prefer experience of working in the private healthcare environment.

Due to the amount of CVs we receive we will only be able to contact you if your application is successful.

Fritz Recruitment does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender or disability and complies with all relevant UK legislation.