Start Date- immediate/ latest 1 January 2025. l am open to temp staff in the interim. Working hours: Monday to Thursday: 08h00 – 17h00 Friday: 08h00 – 17h00 (we usually finish around 16h00) Role Overview We are looking for a friendly, presentable and reliable Medical Secretary / Administrator to assist with the day-to-day running of a busy specialist practice. Key Duties & Responsibilities Front desk reception: welcoming patients and answering telephone calls Scheduling and confirming appointments Managing patient files and updating records Preparing brief clinical summaries and updating reports/letters as needed Assisting with the typing and formatting of medical reports, referral letters and motivation letters Liaising with patients, doctors and hospital staff Assisting with billing, accounts and basic medical aid queries Handling emails and general administrative tasks Ensuring the reception and office area are neat, orderly and professional at all times Requirements & Skills Previous experience as a receptionist/administrator is an advantage (medical practice experience beneficial but not essential) Good communication skills (spoken and written) Friendly, open and professional manner with patients Neat, presentable appearance and appropriate professional dress Basic computer literacy (email, Word, practice software can be trained) Reliable, punctual and able to work independently Stable employment history (we are not looking for someone who frequently changes jobs) #J-18808-Ljbffr