Administration Clerk: Finance/Admin

Closing date yi 17 ka July 2026

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity.
Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.
Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics or Accounting as a passed subject and/or Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with experience/competencies that focuses on the Key Performance Areas (KPAs) of the post.
Appropriate experience working with Clinicom.
Appropriate experience in a hospital and/or patient fees environment.
Appropriate experience in office administration.

Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Good communication skills (verbal and written).
Knowledge of the Clinicom electronic patient administration system.
Knowledge of Hospital Fees Memorandum 18.
Appropriate knowledge of patient billing processes and ICD-10 coding.
High ethical standards, with the ability to handle confidential information responsibly as incumbent will have access to confidential files.

Inherent requirements of the job:

Willingness to work overtime, after hours including weekends, public holidays when needed.
Willingness to rotate and provide relief support within the hospital.
Willingness to assist with admissions and fees functions at Uniondale Hospital.

Admit, register, and assess patients; open patient folders and generate invoices on Clinicom.
Provide an efficient medical records and folder management service.
Handle cash transactions, issue receipts, safeguard state funds, and perform relief cashier duties.
Manage H2 and H3 accounts, IOD, RAF, medical aid, and state department accounts within the George Sub-District.
Order and manage medical supplies, ward stock, and institutional requirements.
Ensure accurate and timely collection and submission of statistical data.
Provide administrative support to the Operational Manager: Nursing, and assist with general hospital administration.

Candidates may be subjected to a competency test.
No payments of any kind is required when applying for this post.
As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification, verification, criminal records and previous employment.