ADMINISTRATION CLERK: PATIENT AFFAIRS (X5 POSTS)

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Department of Health – Gauteng Province

The Gauteng Department of Health invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for Administration Clerk: Patient Affairs positions at Bertha Gxowa Hospital. This role is ideal for detail-oriented individuals with hospital administration experience and strong computer skills.

Position Overview

  • Job Title: Administration Clerk – Patient Affairs
  • Reference Number: refs/035006
  • Directorate: Administration & Support Services
  • Number of Posts: 5
  • Employer: Gauteng Department of Health
  • Location: Bertha Gxowa Hospital, Gauteng
  • Salary Package: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (plus benefits)
  • Closing Date: 23 January 2026

Key Responsibilities

  • Register patients on SAP, RIS, and SAP-HIS systems
  • Admit, discharge, and transfer patients; manage downtime capturing
  • Capture accurate and complete patient data (manual & electronic)
  • Classify patients correctly and follow up on outstanding accounts
  • Request and follow up on required patient documentation
  • Book patients for follow-up and subsequent visits
  • Compile and submit statistics and reports timeously
  • Safekeep patient records in line with Records Management Acts & PAIA
  • Order stock and assist with general administrative duties
  • Rotate and relieve in other departments when required
  • Maintain confidentiality and comply with PMDS requirements

Minimum Requirements

  • Grade 12 certificate
  • At least 1 year functional experience in a hospital environment
  • Computer literacy (Microsoft Office essential)
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information
  • Client orientation and customer focus
  • Ability to work under pressure and adapt to rotational shifts
  • Willingness to work after hours, night duty, weekends, and public holidays
  • Prepared to undergo medical surveillance

Added Advantages

  • Experience using PAAB or HIS systems
  • Computer certificate
  • Proficiency in more than two official languages
  • Knowledge of:
    • Patient administration prescripts
    • PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Acts
    • UPFS, PAIA, National Archives Act, National Core Standards

Shortlisted candidates will undergo practical computer-based assessments.

How to Apply

  • Submit:
    • A comprehensive CV (chronological, with DD/MM/YYYY dates)
    • A fully completed, initialled, and signed new Z83 form
  • Do not submit copies of qualifications at application stage
  • Quote the correct reference number on your application

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