As the medical secretary for two surgeons in the same practice, you will be the key point of contact for patients, referring doctors and healthcare professionals, providing high-level administrative support. You will be required to combine exceptional organisational skills with a warm and professional manner to manage appointments, co-ordinate theatre bookings, general administration and billing. Main consulting location: Peninsula Private Hospital, Langwarrin, 3910.
- Permanent full-time employment – 38 hours per week
- Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm, no weekends or on call
- A stable and predictable working week
- Within a medical suite at Peninsula Private Hospital
- A professional and respectful working environment
- Opportunity to develop a long-term position within the practice
Key responsibilities
- Meeting and greet patients warmly to create a calm and welcoming environment
- Managing patient appointments, bookings, theatre lists and surgical schedules
- Managing incoming and outgoing medical correspondencePreparing patient quotes and invoices
- Process health fund billing and Medicare claims
- Coordinating pre-operative and post-operative patient investigations
- Liaising with hospital staff, anaesthetists, other specialists and healthcare professionals
About you
- Previous experience as a Medical Secretary, preferably within a specialist or surgical practice
- Proficiency with Genie practice management software
- A calm, polished and professional manner
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft office
- Excellent work ethic and reliability
- Ability to multi-task and prioritise
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Sound knowledge of Medicare, private health insurance and hospital admission processes
- The right to work in Australia
About us
An established specialist surgical practice of two experienced surgeons specialising in Breast/Endocrine and Colorectal surgery at Peninsula Private Hospital.
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Medical Secretary in Melbourne employer: Surgical Health Specialists
Surgical Health Specialists is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises patient care and employee well-being. Located at the Peninsula Private Hospital in Langwarrin, this role provides a stable full-time schedule with no weekends or on-call duties, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring growth within the healthcare sector while being part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in patient administration.
Contact Details:
Surgical Health Specialists Recruitment Team
