Administrative Unit Assistant - Orthopaedic ward

Mediclinic International; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Somerset West is looking for an Administrative Unit Assistant for the Orthopaedic ward. The role involves supporting nursing unit processes, patient administration, pharmaceutical stock control, and reception services. Ideal candidates should have at least a Grade 12 education with computer literacy. Experience in a healthcare administrative context is preferred. Join a dynamic environment aimed at delivering optimal patient support. This position is on-site and permanent.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education with computer literacy.
• Desired administrative experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient administration related functions.
• Control pharmaceutical stock.
• Deliver a reception service.

Skills

Recordkeeping

Compliment and complaints management

Stock control processes

Education

Grade 12 with computer literacy

Reception / Secretarial / Administration training

Job description

Administrative Unit Assistant - Orthopaedic ward

Closing date: 18/01/2026
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Yolande Andre
Reference number: 66460
Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

Main Purpose of Job

To deliver optimal support towards processes and procedures in the nursing unit

Key Responsibility Areas

• Assist with patient administration related functions
• Control pharmaceutical stock
• Deliver a reception service

Required Education

Essential Education: Grade 12 (with computer literacy subjects or an additional computer literacy certificate)

Desired Education: Reception / Secretarial / Personal Assistant / Administration training

Required Experience

Essential Minimum Experience: None

Desired Experience: Administrative experience in a healthcare setting

Required Job Skills and Knowledge

• Recordkeeping
• Compliment and complaints management
• Stock control processes

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

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