Ward Clerk | Medical Icu

Life Healthcare Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A vacancy for a Ward Clerk at Life Flora Hospital's Medical Intensive Care Unit. The role involves administrative support, effective communication, and liaising with the nursing team to ensure optimal service levels and patient care.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of general administrative experience.
• Experience in coordinating bookings and patient transport.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the nursing team.
• Facilitate effective communication between patients, clients, and staff.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Focus

Attention to Detail

Education

Matric qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A vacancy has arisen for a Ward Clerk position at Life Flora Hospital, within the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU).

The successful candidate will report to the Unit Manager, Dumay Joubert and will contribute to the optimal functioning of the nursing team through effective interdepartmental liaising, communication, and administrative support.

Function

Administration

Position

Ward Clerk | Medical ICU

Introduction

A vacancy exists for a Ward Clerk at Life Flora Hospital's MICU.

The role involves supporting the nursing team by ensuring effective communication, administrative support, and interdepartmental liaison.

Critical Outputs

• Ensure optimal service levels and strive to meet targets.
• Execute non-nursing activities efficiently and promptly.
• Attend scheduled meetings and in-service training.
• Maintain a safe environment by adhering to safety standards and protocols.
• Be familiar with emergency plans and procedures.
• Reduce medico-legal risks by correctly managing patient documentation.
• Maintain professionalism and a positive demeanor within and outside the hospital.
• Provide friendly and helpful client service.
• Uphold quality principles.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion during interactions with customers and colleagues.
• Facilitate effective communication between patients, clients, and staff.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of general administrative experience.
• Matric qualification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).
• Experience in coordinating bookings and patient transport.

Competencies

• Result-oriented with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Customer-focused with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Interested applicants should email their applications. Internal applicants are encouraged to discuss their application with their line manager before applying. External candidates are also welcome.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

If you do not hear within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.