Medical Receptionist (5-6 Month Contract)

Headhunters; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare recruiting agency seeks a reliable Medical Receptionist for a 5–6 month contract in Gqeberha. Candidates should possess strong organisational and communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to manage a busy front office. Responsibilities include patient interaction, scheduling, and billing tasks. The role offers standard office hours in a medical practice environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and work independently.
• Professional and well-presented demeanour.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and manage all reception duties.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and general enquiries.
• Schedule appointments and manage practitioner diaries.
• Process invoices, statements, and payments.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to multitask

Job description

Medical Receptionist (5-6 Month Contract)

Reference 3349222250

Sector Medical / Medical Devices

Location Gqeberha

Job Type contract

Experience 1 to 2 years

Qualifications No education

Package Negotiable

Description Our client, a well-established medical practice, is seeking to employ a professional and reliable Medical Receptionist to join their team on a 5–6 month contract. This role requires someone organised, friendly, and capable of managing a busy front office with confidence.

Requirements:

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to multitask, manage time effectively, and work independently.
• Professional and well‑presented demeanour.
• Previous experience in a medical practice (advantageous).
• Knowledge of medical aid billing, IOD billing, and obtaining authorisations (advantageous).

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Front Desk & Patient Interaction
  • Welcome patients and manage all reception duties.
  • Handle incoming calls, emails, and general enquiries.
  • Assist with patient check‑ins and check‑outs.
• Scheduling & Administration
  • Schedule appointments and manage practitioner diaries.
  • Maintain and update patient records with accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Ensure daily administrative tasks are completed efficiently.
• Billing & Payments
  • Process invoices, statements, and payments.
  • Assist with medical aid and IOD billing where required.
  • Help obtain authorisations for patient visits or procedures.
• General Office Support
  • File, organise, and maintain documentation.
  • Ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations within the practice.
  • Provide support to the practitioner and administrative team as needed.

Additional Information:

• This is a contract position (approximately 5–6 months).
• The role is based at a medical practice with standard office hours.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.