PATIENT ADMISSION SPECIALIST – GQEBERHA

Spescare Swakopmund; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Gqeberha is seeking a Patient Admission Specialist to enhance the patient admission process. This role involves conducting pre-admission assessments, building strong relationships with healthcare professionals, and representing the organization during outreach and marketing activities. Ideal candidates will possess current registration as a Professional Nurse and have experience in patient admissions or healthcare liaison roles. The position requires extensive travel throughout the region and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council.
• Experience in patient admissions or healthcare liaison roles.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-admission evaluations for patients.
• Establish connections with referring doctors and insurers.
• Promote hospital services through engagement and presentations.
• Travel to assess patients and represent the organization.
• Facilitate smooth transitions for admitted patients.
• Track admission trends for continuous improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Organizational skills

Education

Current registration with South African Nursing Council

Job description

Are you passionate about patient care, relationship-building, and making a difference in the healthcare journey? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment that involves assessing patients, engaging with stakeholders, and promoting specialized healthcare services? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Patient Admission Specialist.

About The Role

As a Patient Admission Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring a seamless and informed admission process for patients entering our hospitals. This position involves assessing patients before admission, building strong relationships with referring professionals, and representing our organisation in various healthcare settings. You will travel to engage with potential patients, families, and referring partners to ensure the best possible care pathway.

Please Note: This position is based in Gqeberha and will require regular and extensive travel throughout the region to support patient outreach, assessments, and engagement with healthcare stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Assessments: Conduct thorough pre-admission evaluations to determine patient suitability for our facilities.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong connections with referring doctors, medical professionals, case managers, and insurers.
• Marketing & Outreach: Promote our hospital services through presentations, events, and direct engagement with healthcare professionals.
• Travel & Representation: Travel to different locations to assess patients and represent the organization in meetings, conferences, and networking events.
• Admission Coordination: Work closely with hospital teams to facilitate a smooth transition for admitted patients.
• Data & Reporting: Maintain records, track admission trends, and provide insights for continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications And Experience

• Applicant must hold current registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse or full registration with the HPCSA
• Experience in patient admissions, case management, marketing, or healthcare liaison roles is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence multiple stakeholders.
• A proactive, organized, and problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively as part of the role.

Who We’re Looking For (personal Qualities)

• Clarity and Accountability: Thrive in a role with defined responsibilities and measurable outputs.
• Collaboration: strong interpersonal skills to support the interdisciplinary team, funders, patients and families
• Resilience and Adaptability: Ability to stay organized in a transforming organisation.
• Values-Driven: Deep alignment with Nurture’s values.

Minimum salary: R31 111.00 cost to Company (including benefits)