A vacancy exists for an Admission Clerk, based at Life East London Private Hospital, reporting to Calen Campbell, Admission Supervisor. The successful candidate will be responsible to assist with admission of patients, administration as well as contributing to the effective functioning of the admissions department.

Critical Outputs
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 wit medical aids to obtain authorization for admission
Manage the risk for the hospital by adhering to all related protocols
Ensure quality care to all patients is maintained.
Operating switchboard
Handling money and receipting
Collection of co-payments, private fees when applicable as well as related documentation.
Performing general administration duties involved in the preadmission of patients
Releasing of accounts
Assist with the confirmation process when required

Requirements

Grade 12 as well as computer literacy
Knowledge of Imeds and Impilo advantageous
An enthusiastic, motivated, well-organized 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
Bilingual

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Verbal and written communication and presentation
Influencing
Excellence orientation
Ethical behaviour
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness

Please send your resume/CV