Ward Clerk Job Opportunity at Life Kingsbury Hospital Cape Town (2026)
Ward Clerk | Surgical 1 – Life Kingsbury Hospital
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Company:
Hospital:
Department: Surgical 1
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Healthcare Administration
Closing Date: 10 June 2026
Life Healthcare Ward Clerk Vacancy 2026
Life Kingsbury Hospital is currently recruiting a skilled and detail-oriented Ward Clerk to join the Surgical 1 Unit in Cape Town. Reporting directly to the Unit Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for ward administration, patient billing, stock management, data capturing, filing, and providing administrative support to nursing staff.
This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking healthcare administration jobs in Cape Town and individuals looking to build a long-term career within South Africa’s private healthcare sector.
About Life Kingsbury Hospital
Life Kingsbury Hospital forms part of Life Healthcare, one of South Africa’s leading private healthcare providers. The hospital is known for delivering quality patient care through highly skilled healthcare professionals and modern medical facilities.
The Ward Clerk position plays a vital role in ensuring smooth administrative operations within the Surgical 1 ward, supporting both clinical staff and patients.
Job Responsibilities
The successful Ward Clerk will be responsible for:
- Processing and managing ward billing accurately.
- Assisting with patient admissions and bed bookings.
- Capturing patient information and maintaining records.
- Filing patient documentation and maintaining administrative systems.
- Managing stock orders and inventory levels.
- Generating and monitoring purchase orders.
- Maintaining preferred stock levels within the ward.
- Managing stock transfers and SAP reports.
- Participating in stock takes and cycle counts.
- Assisting with dead stock management initiatives.
- Maintaining item master records.
- Supporting Unit Managers and Senior Registered Nurses with administrative duties.
- Responding to internal and external queries professionally.
- Building positive working relationships across hospital departments.
- Ensuring accurate patient account billing and cost-sheet management.
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Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this Ward Clerk position, applicants must have:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- Minimum of 1 year administrative experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Strong computer literacy skills.
- Working knowledge of SAP systems.
- Experience in hospital stock control and inventory management.
- Excellent organizational and administrative abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
Required Skills and Competencies
Life Healthcare is looking for candidates who demonstrate:
- Problem-solving skills.
- Analytical thinking.
- Sound judgment.
- Resilience and adaptability.
- Professional communication skills.
- Customer service orientation.
- Relationship-building abilities.
- Organizational awareness.
- Ethical and professional conduct.
- Results-driven mindset.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Benefits of Working at Life Healthcare
Working at Life Healthcare provides employees with:
- Career growth opportunities.
- Exposure to a leading private healthcare environment.
- Professional development and training.
- Stable permanent employment.
- Experience with hospital administration systems.
- Opportunity to contribute to quality patient care.
Application Details
Position: Ward Clerk | Surgical 1
Hospital: Life Kingsbury Hospital
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Closing Date: 10 June 2026
Contact Information
Contact Person:
Telephone: 021 670 4312
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who do not receive feedback within two weeks after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.