Mediclinic Unit Administrative Assistant – (Permanent)

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Mediclinic Unit Administrative Assistant Vacancy 2026 (Permanent) | Cape Gate, Cape Town

Mediclinic Southern Africa is recruiting a Unit Administrative Assistant to join its team at Mediclinic Cape Gate in Cape Town. This permanent position is ideal for organised, customer-focused individuals who enjoy administrative work in a healthcare environment. No previous work experience is required, making it an excellent opportunity for entry-level job seekers.

Job Overview

  • Position: Unit Administrative Assistant
  • Company: Mediclinic Southern Africa
  • Hospital: Mediclinic Cape Gate
  • Location: Cape Gate, Cape Town, Western Cape
  • Employment Type: Permanent
  • Workplace: On-site
  • Reference Number: 71785
  • Closing Date: 24 July 2026
  • Recruiter: Jamie Levern Scholtz

Purpose of the Position

The Unit Administrative Assistant provides efficient administrative and reception support within the nursing unit. The successful candidate will assist healthcare professionals with administrative processes while ensuring patients and visitors receive professional and friendly service.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The successful applicant will:

  • Perform daily administrative and clerical duties.
  • Register and update patient information accurately.
  • Assist with patient admissions, transfers and discharge administration.
  • Maintain patient records and filing systems.
  • Capture and update data on hospital systems.
  • Answer telephone calls and direct enquiries professionally.
  • Welcome patients, visitors and healthcare professionals.
  • Assist with scheduling and coordinating administrative activities.
  • Control and monitor pharmaceutical stock according to hospital procedures.
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
  • Handle patient compliments and complaints professionally.
  • Support nursing staff with administrative requirements.
  • Ensure documentation complies with Mediclinic policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

Essential Qualifications

  • Grade 12 (Matric).
  • Computer literacy (Computer Studies as a school subject or a recognised Computer Literacy Certificate).

Advantageous Qualifications

Candidates with any of the following will have an added advantage:

  • Reception training.
  • Secretarial qualification.
  • Personal Assistant qualification.
  • Office Administration qualification.

Experience

  • Minimum Experience: None required.
  • Preferred Experience: Previous administrative experience in a hospital, clinic, medical practice or healthcare environment.

Skills and Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate:

  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Strong customer service orientation.
  • Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office).
  • Good organisational and planning skills.
  • Accurate data capturing ability.
  • Record management skills.
  • Knowledge of patient administration systems.
  • Telephone etiquette.
  • Time management.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Teamwork and professionalism.
  • Stock control knowledge.
  • Confidentiality and integrity.

Who Should Apply?

This opportunity is suitable for:

  • Matric graduates.
  • Entry-level administration candidates.
  • Receptionists seeking healthcare experience.
  • Office administrators.
  • Secretarial graduates.
  • TVET College graduates with administration qualifications.
  • Individuals looking to build a career in hospital administration.

Why Work for Mediclinic?

Mediclinic is one of Southern Africa’s leading private healthcare providers, offering employees:

  • Permanent employment.
  • Competitive market-related salary.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Professional working environment.
  • Ongoing learning and training opportunities.
  • Exposure to world-class healthcare administration systems.
  • Employee wellness and development programmes.

Employment Equity

Appointments will be made in line with the Mediclinic Southern Africa Employment Equity Plan. Preference may also be given to suitably qualified internal candidates who meet the minimum requirements.

Application Deadline

Closing Date: 24 July 2026

Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered. Candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible through the official Mediclinic Careers portal.

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