Introduction

The Department of Health and Wellness is committed to the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and are welcome to indicate this in their applications. No payment of any kind is required when applying for any positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Reference No: MHS21/2025
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Eerste River Hospital

 

 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support services to patients, the public, supervisor, and staff.
• Record and capture all patient information and activities (admission and discharge) accurately and promptly on Clinicom.
• Ensure effective revenue collection, including receipting payments, issuing receipts, and handling account queries.
• Capture charge entries and update the Hectis system.
• Manage the drawing and filing of medical records.
• Relieve duties at the queuing marshal/helpdesk as needed.

 

 

 

Minimum Requirements

• Qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent).
• Experience: Appropriate experience in patient administration within a healthcare environment.
• Additional Requirements: Willingness to work overtime and 12-hour shifts (including night duty, weekends, and public holidays).

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Knowledge of the following systems and protocols:
  • Hospital Fees Memorandum Chapter 18
  • PFMA
  • Hectis
  • UPFS
  • Clinicom
  • Finance instructions

Remuneration

Annual Salary: R216,417 – R254,928
Benefits: 13th cheque, employer pension fund contribution, housing, and medical aid allowance.

 

 

 

Additional Information

• The pool of applicants will also be considered for similar vacant posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services for a period of 3 months from the advertisement date.
• Candidates may undergo written, practical, or oral assessments.

Required Documents (Certified, Not Older Than 6 Months):

• Identity Document (ID).
• Driver’s license (if applicable).
• Qualifications and proof of statutory registration.

 

 

 

Shortlisted candidates must be available at the specified venue, date, and time as determined by the Department.

Seize this opportunity to contribute your administrative skills to a key healthcare institution in the Western Cape!

Application Process

Closing Date: 24 January 2025
Contact Person: Ms. C Kindo | Tel: (021) 902 8012

APPLY HERE