Receptionists
Minor Group
ANZSCO CODE - 542

Medical Secretaries are included in this minor group, in Unit Group 5421 Receptionists, in Occupation 542114 Medical Receptionist.

Most occupations in this minor group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate II or III (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 4)

At least one year of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• greeting and welcoming visitors, and directing them to the appropriate person
• arranging and recording details of appointments
• answering inquiries and providing information on the goods, services and activities of the organisation
• answering, connecting and transferring telephone calls
• receiving and resolving complaints from clients and the public
• receiving and distributing correspondence, facsimile messages and deliveries
• maintaining the reception area
• advising on and arranging reservations and accommodation
• may perform other clerical tasks such as word processing, data entry, filing, mail despatch and photocopying