Medical Receptionist, Specialist Pulmonology Practice, Vereeniging

iMedrecruit; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Medical Receptionist to support a Specialist Pulmonologist in Vereeniging. Key responsibilities include managing patient appointments, handling billing inquiries, and maintaining a professional reception area. The ideal candidate should have Matric, experience in a medical receptionist role, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This full-time position operates Monday to Friday from 08h00 to 17h00, aimed at individuals who are dependable, empathetic, and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience in a similar medical receptionist position is advantageous.
• Experience with medical billing (in-rooms) is advantageous.
• Must have knowledge of basic medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Answering calls in a professional, courteous and efficient manner.
• Managing diary bookings for patient appointments efficiently.
• Communicate billing policy to all new patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Tech savvy

Education

Matric

Certificate or diploma in medical reception

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Medical Receptionist (Pulmonologist) - Vereeniging

Our client, a Specialist Pulmonologist based in Vereeniging, is seeking to recruit a medical receptionist.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Answering calls in a professional, courteous and efficient manner.
• Managing diary bookings for patient appointments efficiently, including any external healthcare providers and in co-ordination with the technologist.
• Communicate billing policy to all new patients prior to their appointments.
• Welcome patients arriving in a friendly and professional manner and communicate time delays to manage client expectations.
• Allocate patient payments.
• Liaise with billing bureau.
• Assist the Doctor with all office admin related tasks.
• Keep the reception area neat and tidy.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Matric
• At least 2-3 years' experience in a similar medical receptionist position is advantageous
• Experience with medical billing (in-rooms) is advantageous
• Certificate or diploma in medical reception, switchboard or reception is advantageous.
• Must have knowledge of basic medical terminology
• Tech savvy and quick learner of new software programmes
• Microsoft office suite knowledge and experience is essential

Skills and Attributes

• Discreet
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Professional communication skills
• Patient focused and empathetic
• Friendly
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work independently and unsupervised
• Attention to detail
• Organised
• Ability to multitask
• Dependable & reliable
• Self‑motivated (take initiative)
• Well‑presented and professional

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 08h00 - 17h00

Start Date

2 January 2026

Only candidates who meet all the minimum requirements stipulated in the advert, will be considered. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.