Medical Secretary, Craniofacial And Urology

Purpose of the role

The purpose of this post is to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide secretarial & administrative support to Craniofacial and Urology specialties. The post holder will be required to support both Grade Vs and, on occasion, other specialties and the Operations Team. A high volumeof Dictaphone typing is a core function of the role.

Essential Criteria

· Achieved Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification not less than Level 6 in the QQI framework

· Have at least two years secretarial/administrative experience

· Minimum of 6 month’s audio/dictaphone typing experience

· Evidence of customer service skills/experience

· Competent in using Microsoft packages

· Ability to communicate fluently in both written and oral formats

How to apply and informal enquiries.

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is 3rd April 2026 by 5pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Daryl Humberstone (Deputy Operations & Scheduled Care Manager) via email: daryl.humberstone@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Taurai Machuwe at Taurai.machuwe@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026.

• June 8th, 2026,
• July 6th, 2026
• August 10th, 2026