TRAFFIC
Gauteng
Temp Contract - Medical Receptionist - Ekurhuleni (East Rand) - South Africa
Unique Personnel (Pty) Ltd
Job Description
Temp Contract - Medical Receptionist - Ekurhuleni (East Rand) - South Africa Responsibilities 
- Greet and assist patients with courtesy, both in person and on the phone
- Register new patients and capture insurance details
- Schedule and manage patient appointments, optimizing healthcare providers' time
- Coordinate and confirm appointments via phone, email, or messaging
- Handle appointment cancellations and rescheduling
- Direct incoming calls and emails appropriately
- Respond to patient and family inquiries with professionalism
- Relay messages accurately and promptly to Health care professionals
- Perform clerical duties like photocopying, faxing, filing, and office maintenance
- Assist with typing clinical reports, motivation letters, and feedback reports
- Process cash and credit card payments
- Liaise with medical aids for authorizations and admissions
- Maintain practice inventory, check stock levels, and place orders for supplies
- Matric certificate
- Own transport and a valid driving license
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar medical administration role
- Mandatory experience in a medical practice
- Familiarity with GoodX is a plus
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and general computer literacy
- Excellent communication and typing skills
- Strong language and grammar proficiency
- Team player with analytical and diligent approach
- Autonomous, confident, reliable, and responsible
- Professional communication and well-presented demeanor
- Ability to work under pressure, multitask, and stay organized
About This Role
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Salary Benchmark
$35,840/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Speaking
Active Listening
Service Orientation
Critical Thinking
Reading Comprehension
Common Technologies
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Microsoft Outlook 365
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Job Outlook
This career will have large numbers of openings.