What is Medical Secretary?
The purpose of this program is to equip you with knowledge and skills for successful entry into a secretarial position in the medical field. Medical secretaries perform administrative work in a clinical, hospital, or another medical environment.
Tasks performed in this profession will include reception duties, answering phones, compiling medical records, correspondence with patients and medical aids, etc.
The program integrates theoretical learning with practical skills. During the practical session of 18 months, these vital skills will be applied in the secretarial environment to build a successful career.
Medical Secretary At Northlink TVET College
Requirements
Grade 12 Certificate or related NCV Level 4 qualification
Duration
3 Years (18 months theory and 18 months practical work experience)
Career Opportunities
- Health practice manager
- Hospital ward secretary
- Medical office administrative assistant
- Medical practice manager
- Medical stenographer
- Medical transcriptionist
- Pathology secretary
- Patient care secretary