Compassionate Medical Receptionist for Psychiatry Clinic

iMedrecruit; Roodepoort; On-site; ZAR 180 000 - 240 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency in Roodepoort is seeking an experienced medical receptionist to manage patient communication, appointment bookings, and records management. The ideal candidate has a National Senior Certificate and experience in medical reception. Strong communication and organizational skills are crucial. Occasional extended hours may be required for emergencies. The start date is on February 1, 2026, and only successful candidates will be contacted within two weeks.

Qualifications

• Experience in a medical reception or billing environment.
• Computer literacy is essential.
• Experience in psychiatric or psychiatric-adjacent settings is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Handle patient communication and front-desk management.
• Manage appointment bookings and cancellations.
• Create and maintain patient records within legal requirements.

Skills

Clear communication

Compassion

Attention to detail

Organised

Proficient in English

Additional languages (Zulu/Sotho)

Education

National Senior Certificate (Grade 12 / Matric)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Medical software systems

Job description

A healthcare recruitment agency in Roodepoort is seeking an experienced medical receptionist to manage patient communication, appointment bookings, and records management. The ideal candidate has a National Senior Certificate and experience in medical reception. Strong communication and organizational skills are crucial. Occasional extended hours may be required for emergencies. The start date is on February 1, 2026, and only successful candidates will be contacted within two weeks.