Medical Receptionist / Administrator

We are looking for a friendly, reliable and organised person to join our supportive team within a busy specialist practice in Cairns city.

This is a varied role involving medical reception and administration. Previous medical administration experience is an advantage but is not essential - we are happy to train the right person. Junior applicants with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.

About the role
Working closely with our team and surgeon, your duties will include:

• Reception and general administration

• Answering telephone enquiries and responding to patient emails

• Appointment bookings and managing clinic and theatre schedules

• Maintaining accurate patient records

• Patient correspondence and preparation of surgical quotes

• Liaising with patients, health professionals and hospital staff

About you
We are looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, professional and approachable

• Reliable, organised and willing to learn

• A good communicator who enjoys working with people

• Comfortable using computers and learning new systems

• Accurate and attentive to detail

• Able to work both independently and as part of a team

• Caring and respectful

This is a casual position of approximately 30 hours per week, increasing to cover staff leave. Flexibility is essential, and availability is required between 7:30am and 5:30pm Monday to Friday.

A current National Police check is required for the successful applicant, or willingness to obtain this prior to commencement.

What we offer

• A friendly and supportive team environment

• Training and support provided

• A varied role within a specialist medical practice

If you are personable, reliable and keen to learn, we would love to hear from you. Please submit a brief cover letter outlining why you would be suited to the role, and your CV directly via this SEEK ad. Please note only successful applicants will be contacted.