Medical or medical secretary in the medical department - 100% — HUG
- Location
- Genève
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
Full description
Company description
With more than 13,000 employees representing 160 professions, the University Hospitals in Geneva are a reference institution at the national and international level. To learn more about our institution, take a few minutes to see our 2025 retrospective by clicking here . The position is attached to the Department of Clinical Neurosciences. This department provides care to patients of all ages, children and adults, with neurosurgical, neurological, ophthalmological and oto-rhino-laryngological pathologies. Care is tailored to the needs and difficulties of the patient and patient, from the most acute sectors (intermediate care units) to the rehabilitation sectors (neuroreeducation). The aim of the department is to bring the patient to a recovery of her autonomy through teaching, accompaniment and outpatient follow-up. It ensures the operation of patients and patients such as their accompaniment, in order to promote an early return home. In the same vein, outpatient care is also preferred and operational activity optimized to facilitate access to care within a reasonable time frame. Since its establishment in 1878, the HUG Department has been the first focal point in the canton of Geneva for diagnosis, treatment of eye diseases and research. It is based on the most modern diagnostic methods, the most innovative techniques and low invasive surgical procedures. Its core values are those of a university service.
Description of post
Within the department, you are responsible for all administrative tasks related to the consultations of neuro-ophthalmology/strabology and pediatry units as well as document management. You welcome patients, patients and/or their relatives in a personalized way, at the reception desk, ensure the reception of telephone calls and take the information useful to the patient journey. You manage the planning of consultations (recordings, summons, preparation of files, digitization of documents) and organize further examinations, while ensuring that you follow the correct path of the medical record and the patient. You prepare all the documents related to the patient's follow-up and the patient's file on specific instructions. You maintain, correct, track and send the documents. You ensure continuity of service by ensuring permanence during absences from your colleagues, including in other services.
Qualifications
You have an EWC of an employee or business employee and/or a medical or medical secretary degree, or any training deemed equivalent. You have a successful experience of 2 to 3 years in a similar position, in a medical secretariat. You have perfect mastery of computer tools (ECDL advanced for Word and standard for Excel required). The mastery of software used in HUGs (DPA, DPI, Greco, Opale) is a real asset. You have a perfect knowledge of medical terminology and have an excellent French spelling. You are able to work independently, have an initiative and team spirit and a sense of organization and priorities. You have great versatility and interest in both administrative and clinical aspects. You are flexible, have ease in human contact and have stress resistance.
Further information
- Start: as soon as possible
- Number of posts: 1
- Participation rate: 100%
- Function class: 11 (10 if not ECDL certificate holder)
- Contract: CDI
- Deadline for applications: 25.11.2026
- Request for information: Ms. Suzanne Rodriguez, Executive Head of the Dphthalmology Unit, tel. 022 37 28 394
If you are interested in this position and recognize yourself in the profile you are looking for, do not hesitate to apply or contact us for more information. It is with care that we will study your application, which must include an up-to-date CV, a cover letter and copies of your work certificates and diplomas. This announcement is addressed to women and men alike. Wishing to engage in the fight against unemployment, the HUGs encourage applications from the cantonal employment office.
Questions about this listing
What salary does HUG offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Genève is CHF 86'500 - 120'500 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by HUG. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does HUG offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with HUG during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Geneva?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Geneva's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Geneva's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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