Ward Clerk

LIFE Healthcare Group; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Ward Clerk at Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital, responsible for supporting the nursing team with administrative tasks. The ideal candidate must have at least 1 year of hospital experience and strong communication skills. Knowledge of the SAP system is advantageous. The role offers a chance to contribute to patient care in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year of experience in a private hospital as a ward clerk is required.
• Proficiency in the SAP system is advantageous.
• Must possess strong listening and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective administrative support to the nursing team.
• Ensuring optimal service levels and achieving targets.
• Attend meetings and in-service training as required.

Skills

Good listening and communication skills

People and interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Self-motivated and proactive attitude

Education

Matric Grade 12

Minimum 1 year of current private hospital experience as a ward clerk

Tools

Knowledge of SAP system

Job description

An exciting opportunity exists at Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital for the position of Ward Clerk, reporting to the ICU Unit Manager. The successful candidate will contribute towards the optimal functioning of the nursing team through effective interdepartmental liaising, communication, and administrative support to the nursing team.

Critical Outputs

• Ensure optimal service levels whilst understanding and striving to achieve targets.
• Ensure the speedy and effective execution of non-nursing activities.
• Attend meetings and in-service training as scheduled.
• Maintain a safe environment in all areas of the unit by staying up-to-date with safety standards and protocols.
• Have knowledge of emergency plans and actions.
• Eliminate medico-legal risks through correct identification and filing of patient documentation.
• Maintain a professional appearance and behavior, both within and outside the hospital.
• Provide friendly and helpful client service.
• Uphold the Quality principles.
• Maintain professional secrecy and discretion during interactions with customers and colleagues.
• Ensure effective communication between customers and colleagues.

Requirements

• Matric Grade 12
• Minimum of 1 year of current private hospital experience as a ward clerk
• Knowledge of SAP system (advantageous)
• Good listening and communication skills
• People and interpersonal skills
• Organizational skills
• Computer literacy
• Self-motivated and proactive attitude

Competencies

• Managing calls
• Diary management
• Planning and organizing meetings
• Taking minutes
• Customer relations management
• Preparing presentations
• General office management
• Managing ad hoc projects

Application email: [e-mail]

Closing date: Monday, August 18, 2025

Internal applicants are requested to discuss their application with their line manager before applying. External candidates will also be considered.

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Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.