Hospital Admissions Clerk

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Shelly Beach Hospital (Pty) Ltd
Vacancy: Hospital Admissions Clerk

Role Summary:


A vacancy exists for an Admissions Clerk in the Administration Department, reporting to the Patient Administration Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing full administrative support to the admissions and reception department.

Key Work Output and Accountabilities:

  • Capturing pre-admissions
  • Ensuring correct patient admissions as per procedure
  • Accurately and timeously capturing all relevant patient information
  • Managing payments made on admission
  • Performing general administration and reception duties during admissions
  • Liaising with medical aids to obtain authorisation for admissions
  • Operating the switchboard

Minimum Requirements:

  • Grade 12 or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification

Inherent Requirements, Competencies, Skills, Knowledge, and Attributes:

  • Sound knowledge and application of patient administration systems, policies, and procedures
  • Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Knowledge of ICD-10 codes and tariff codes is essential
  • Understanding of various medical aids and medical aid rules
  • Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of hospital procedures and medical terminology (advantageous)
  • Ability to work well in a team and under pressure
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Customer-focused mindset

Recommendations:

  • Previous experience in a hospital environment
  • Ability to assist team members effectively
  • Ability to work under pressure and maintain consistent performance

Employment Equity:


Shelly Beach Hospital is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. We aim to promote representivity across all occupational categories.

Shelly Beach Hospital reserves the right not to fill this post. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at the time and venue specified by the hospital. Failure to attend will result in forfeiture of the opportunity.

Application Process:


If you are interested in applying, please send the following documents:

  • A Curriculum Vitae
  • Certified copies of qualifications and identity document

Send to Email: vacancies@shellybeachhospital.com

Closing Date: 16 May 2025 at 16:00
No late applications will be considered.

POPIA Clause:


Your information is collected and processed in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act No. 4 of 2013 (POPIA). By applying, you consent to Shelly Beach Hospital processing your personal information for purposes related to this vacancy. If unsuccessful, your information will be securely destroyed and not retained.

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