10th November, 2026
Ashe Munro Recruitment is partnering with an established private specialist surgical practice in Murdoch to recruit an experienced Medical Secretary to join their team on a permanent, full-time basis.
This is an opportunity to join a well-regarded specialist practice where patient care and attention to detail are at the heart of everything they do.
Working closely with an experienced surgeon and a supportive administration team, you will play an important role in coordinating the patient journey, from initial referral and appointment scheduling through to medical correspondence and ongoing administrative support.
This is a busy and varied position suited to someone who is highly organised, adaptable and confident managing competing priorities. Given the sensitive nature of the practice, a compassionate and professional approach to patient care is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage patient referrals, appointments and clinic schedules, ensuring patients are appropriately prepared for consultations.
- Coordinate medical investigations, follow up outstanding results and liaise with external healthcare providers.
- Manage incoming calls, emails, patient enquiries and administrative requests.
- Provide dedicated secretarial and administrative support to the surgeon.
- Prepare and manage medical correspondence, referrals and patient documentation.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records.
- Process patient billing and associated administrative requirements.
- Communicate effectively with patients, specialists, hospitals and other healthcare professionals.
- Respond to patient enquiries and concerns with empathy, discretion and professionalism.
- Prioritise competing tasks and urgent requests while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Contribute to the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice and a collaborative team environment.
About You To be successful in this position, you will bring:
- Previous experience providing medical secretarial support to a busy surgeon.
- Solid organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to prioritise tasks according to urgency.
- A calm, adaptable and professional approach when managing competing demands.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a genuine commitment to patient care.
- Empathy, discretion and sensitivity when supporting patients through challenging circumstances.
- Confidence using electronic medical records and practice management systems, with Gentu experience advantageous.
- A proactive and reliable approach, with the ability to take ownership of tasks and follow them through to completion.
What's on Offer
- Permanent, full-time position with an established specialist surgical practice.
- Competitive Salary on offer.
- Monday to Friday, approximately 8:30am-4:30pm, with some flexibility.
- Supportive team environment with structured on-the-job training.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients during important stages of their healthcare journey.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Medical Secretary who enjoys a busy, hands-on role and takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume, or for a confidential discussion contact Lorrae Taylor on
[email protected].
📌 Medical Secretary (Perth)
🏢 Ashe Munro
📍 Perth