Skills
Medical secretaries will need to possess the following skills:
Good organisational skills
Good administrative skills
A friendly nature
The ability to deal with members of the public in a tactful manner
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail
Good computer skills
An interest in researching medical matters
The ability to keep important and sensitive information confidential at all times
The ability to provide support for a team of employees
The ability to work independently
The ability to work under pressure and under the threat of looming deadlines
The ability to keep calm in stressful situations