Ward Secretary

at Life Beacon Bay Hospital
Published October 24, 2025
Expires November 10, 2025
Location East London, South Africa
Category Administration  
Job Type Full-Time  

Description

A vacancy has arisen for a Ward Secretary position reporting to the Unit Manager, Cynthia James. The successful candidate will contribute towards the optimal functioning of the nursing team through effective: interdepartmental liaising, communication and Administrative support to the nursing team.

Critical Outputs
Ensure optimal service levels whilst understanding and striving to achieve targets.
To ensure the speedy and effective execution of non-nursing activities.
Attend meetings and in-service training as scheduled.
Ensuring a safe environment in all areas of the unit through staying up to date with safety standards and protocols.
Knowledge of emergency plans and actions.
Elimination of medico legal risks through the correct identification and filing of patient’s documentation.
Maintenance of a positive appearance and behavior, within and outside hospital relation.
Friendly and helpful client service.
Live up to the Quality principles.
Professional secrecy and discretion during contact with customers and colleagues.
Ensuring of effective communication between customers and colleagues.

Requirements

Matric (Grade 12)
General administrative experience – at least 1 year
Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (excel, word) is essential.
Co-ordinating of bookings and patient transport.

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Professional and technical proficiency
Excellence orientation
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Action orientation
Ethical behavior
Positive attitude

Please send your resume/CV

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