Admissions Clerk

Closing date yi 3 ka July 2026

A vacancy exists for an Admissions Clerk, based at Life St. Dominic’s Hospital, reporting to Lindsey du Preez, Patient Services Admissions Supervisor.

Grade 12 and computer literacy is essential.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Imeds and Impilo advantageous
An enthusiastic, motivated, well organised individual with initiative and able to handle pressure.
Able to work shifts (day or night) and overtime as required. Must be customer service orientated
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are a prerequisite. Teamwork essential.
Prior knowledge and experience of admissions and medical terminology would be advantageous.
Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
Bi-lingual
Previous Administrative / account query experience will be advantageous
Professional appearance

Maintain a well run, professional and patient focused admission environment.
Manage the accuracy of admission process and the prevention of potential risk factors
Synergy and teamwork – working closely with credit controllers, case managers, reception staff and doctors.
Liaising with medical aids to obtain authorisation for admission
Manage the risk for the hospital by adhering to all related protocols
Ensure quality care to all patients is maintained.
Operating switchboard
Bed Bookings duties / relief
Handling money, receipting & Daily Banking duties – experience in banking is essential.
Collection of co-payments, private fees when applicable as well as related documentation.
Performing general administration duties involved in the pre-admission of patients.
A&E billing and releasing of accounts.
Account queries.
Assist with the confirmation process when required.
Assist with tasks as assigned by the Line manager.
Adhering to protocols of the hospital, company & department.

Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.