MEDICAL SECRETARY – United States Peace Corps

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United States Peace Corps in Guyana
Applications are invited from qualified persons to fill a position
with the U.S. Peace Corps in Guyana

SUMMARY:

This position performs a variety of administrative duties in support of Peace Corps Guyana’s Health Unit. The Medical Secretary (MS) works under the guidance of Peace Corps Medical Officers (PCMOs) and reports to the Country Director (CD) for administrative issues (unless CD authorizes PCMO supervision).
The MS is responsible for providing administrative support, including but not limited to; working as the health unit receptionist, screening phone calls, taking messages, coordinating requests, scheduling medical appointments, distributing of medicines to Peace Corps Volunteers (PCVs) under PCMO oversight, and other clerical and administrative functions in support of PCMOs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Associate’s degree in medical administration, health care administration, or business administration.
• At least two years’ related experience with clerical and/or secretarial knowledge of administrative medical duties.
• Good multitasking and organizational skills.
• Prior experience as a Medical Secretary or similar administrative role would be an added advantage.
• Excellent written and oral communication skillsand Knowledge of medical terminology desirable.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office programs (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, etc.).
• Willingness to work as part of the medical emergency team after office hours and on weekends when required.
• Understanding of medical confidentiality

COMPENSATION AND DURATION:
• Base compensation range starts at GYD$3,835,092 plus benefits, and negotiable based on previous experience and qualifications.
• Upon completing each contract year with satisfactory performance, the incumbent is eligible for an increase in the base salary at time of contract renewal.
• The anticipated contract will be for a base period, with up to four (4) option periods, the contract is unilaterally renewed (annually) at the discretion of Peace Corps based on satisfactory performance, continued need for the position, and availability of funds.
• This contract is contingent on reference checks, background check, medical examination, or other medical information, etc.
• This is a full-time position, requiring a minimum working schedule of 40 hours per week.
Before applying, please review the complete Scope of Work here: https://www.peacecorps.gov/guyana/contracts/.