Admission Clerk

A vacancy existsfor an Admission Clerk positions based at Life Beacon Bay Hospital, reporting to the Reception Supervisor, Brigitt Raffie.

The successful candidatewill be responsible to assist with admission of patients and administration as wellascontributing to the effective functioning of the admission department.Function Patient services Facility Life Beacon Bay Hospital Position Admission Clerk IntroductionA vacancy existsfor an Admission Clerk positions based at Life Beacon Bay Hospital, reporting to the Reception Supervisor, Brigitt Raffie.

The successful candidatewill be responsible to assist with admission of patients and administration as wellascontributing to the effective functioning of the admission department.Critical OutputsMaintain a well-run, professional and patient focused admission environment.Manage the accuracy of admission process and the prevention of potential risk factors.Manage the accuracy of the bed booking procedure.Synergy and teamwork – working closely with credit controllers, case managers, reception staff, nurses and doctors.Liaising with medical aids to obtain authorizations for admissions.Manage the risk for the hospital by adhering to all related protocols.Ensure quality care to all patients is maintained.Perform switchboard duties as and when necessary.Handling money and receipting.Assist case management when requiredDaily petty cash and banking managementCollection of co-payments, private fees when applicable as well as related documentation.Performing general administration duties involved in the admission and pre admission of patients, scanning, filling and assisting with obtaining of authorisation.Accepting bed bookings from doctor's consulting rooms and other hospitalsCompile a complete and accurate list per ward of pre-booked patientsLiaising with wards regarding the bed bookingsReservation of beds for patientsRendering of support services and ad-hoc administration assigned by the Reception SupervisorRequirementsGrade 12Computer literacy (Impilo,MS Office will be advantageous)An enthusiastic, motivated, and well organised individual with initiative and able to handle pressure.Able to work shifts and overtime as required.Customer Service oriented.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are a prerequisite.Teamwork essential.Knowledge of bed bookingsPrior knowledge and experience of admissions and medical terminologyCompetenciesProblem-solving, analysis and judgementResilienceEngaging diversityVerbal & written communication and presentationInfluencingDrive & energyExcellence orientationEthical behaviourBuilding relationshipsCustomer responsivenessOrganisational awarenessEmail

• Closing date Wednesday, July 2, 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.

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