Medical Secretary (Surgery/Alberta)

Position Description

To perform specialized clerical and secretarial duties in support of the medical staff/faculty of the TTUHSC. Employees in this position are responsible for performing varied and complex office duties which require a thorough knowledge of departmental and institutional policies and procedures, as well as medical and scientific terminology. Work is performed under general office conditions requiring a high degree of telephone and personal contact with HSC faculty, staff, patients, and outside professionals. Work is also performed under pressure of deadlines, which may include frequent requests for urgent reports.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

• Must possess excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills, be a team player, display flexibility, detail oriented and be reliable and punctual.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a High school diploma or GED.

• At least 90 days experience as a Medical Secretary Trainee. OR Three years of secretarial experience with 1 year in a medical or educational setting.