Medical Receptionist For A Specialist Paediatric Practice

About Us: 

Canberra Development Clinic is a multidisciplinary clinic for children and adolescents with developmental and behavioural needs. 

We are looking for a dynamic professional and experienced person for a busy specialist medical practice in Canberra. We are a team made up of a dynamic and enthusiastic group and are looking for a keen individual to join us. We are focused on both individual and team-based work, to provide excellent care to patients. 

website: www.canberradevelopmentclinic.com.au

Overview of the position: 

The position is full-time. Working hours are between 8:00am -5:30 pm, Monday-Friday, rostered as 38 hours per week. You will be working very closely and independently with the team of specialists, psychologists, allied health professionals and a wonderful, friendly administrative team. You will be responsible for the medical administrative role, booking clinics, sorting referrals, communication, Medicare billing, phone calls, end of day account reconciliation etc.

Essential skills:

We are looking for someone driven and ambitious to join our team. We are looking to offer a long term, stable position to a person wishing to achieve in their career. Candidates are expected be autonomous in their work and take initiative to complete outlined tasks without or with minimal supervision. 

1. Candidates must have good computer and communication skills both personal and over the telephone

2. Be willing to work independently and work collaboratively in a small team.

3. Good organisational skills

4. Be willing to work flexible hours and work collaboratively in a team.

5. Ability to follow directions provided, prioritise and work in a fast paced, busy environment.

6. Proficient computer skills and experience with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)

7. Have a passion to work with children and provide a great service 

Desirable skills:

1. Knowledge and previous experience of medical reception work desirable but not essential
2. Experience in using a medical software (Genie, Health track etc.) and Medicare billing

Your role will be to assist with administrative support to allow the executive assistant to focus on company growth and development.

Essential characteristics: 

1. Confident and professional communication both face to face and over the phone  

2. High level of confidentiality 

3. Initiative and maturity 

4. Great time management and organisational skills 

Career opportunities: 

This role will suit any individual who is looking at long term career in medical reception.It has potential career growth and progression, with the opportunity to further skills and knowledge in business / medical administration. 

Appropriate training will be provided with the electronic medical system and medical billings. One requirement is ability to stay back until 5:30pm to close as roster requires on certain days. 

Working environment: 

Canberra Development Clinic is located in Deakin, Canberra. Our team comprises of 17 staff (Administration, Paediatricians, Physiatrists, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists and Family Coaches). You will work with all staff closely on a daily basis to complete shared roles, ensure continuity of patient care, follow protocols and provide patients with an enjoyable and memorable experience. The team is supportive and will assist in guiding your education and training to a point where you are comfortable to work independently.

We are looking for a happy and bubbly person to join our administration team. They are the backbone to the practice and always approach work with a positive attitude. They are an enjoyable team to be around and are always willing to help one another. 

Benefits: 

• Stable hours
• Onsite parking
• Job and roster flexibility
• Supportive working environment
• Diverse and engaging career progression
• Offering long term position
• Annual leave loading - 17.5%.
• End of year bonuses 

Job commencement: As soon as possible but can be flexible for the right candidate   

Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience 

Application:

Please apply with resume and a document with answers to screening questions.

We will contact you regarding an interview as soon as possible.

Questions about the job please contact the Practice Manager, Maddie on the information below.  

Email: **@canberradevelopmentclinic.com.au 

Phone Number: 0450 961 ***.