Administration Clerk jobs in South Africa

A vacancy has arisen for a sessional Ward Clerk position (1 week of orientation and 4 months’ work) reporting to the Unit Manager, Melinda Verwey. The successful candidate will contribute towards the optimal functioning of the nursing team through effective interdepartmental liaising, communication, and administrative support.

Facility: Life Bayview Hospital

Position: Ward Clerk | Sessional Position

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

1. General administrative experience – at least 1 year.
2. Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) is essential.
3. Coordinating of bookings and patient transport.

1. A person who is result-oriented, pays attention to detail, and has excellent interpersonal as well as communication skills is needed.
2. Customer focus, a commitment towards continuous improvement, the ability to work independently, and time management are required.

Email: Recruitment.Bayview@lifehealthcare.co.za

Closing date: Monday, April 21, 2025

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. 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.