Full job descriptionEducation, Qualifications and Experience:- Grade 12 or equivalent qualification- 6 months- 1 year experience-Working knowledge of hospital admission systems will be an advantage- English as first language- Working knowledge of HIMS or related hospital admission systems will be an advantage- Accurate handling of cash (ITC and criminal checks will be performed on shortlisted candidates)- Knowledge of hospital procedures- Operate a busy switchboard and excellent telephone etiquette- Computer proficiency- Experience in private hospital environment is an advantage- Knowledge of various medical aid processesResponsibilities:Recording of Admissions:- Carrying out accurate admission and receptionist duties for the hospital.- Performing general administration duties involved in the admission of patients.- Admitting patients onto Logbox.- Update the bed list daily to ensure that patient allocation is correctly reflected on the system.- Liaise with Funders to obtain authorization for hospitalization and procedure.- Ensure adherence to all rules and requirements of the medical aids.- Liaising with medical aid authorizations.Administrative duties:- Operating the switchboard.- To ensure that all documents for admissions are received and copied (Doctors note, ID , Medical Aid Card).- Ensure that the admission forms are on a daily basis for accuracy.- To print patient labels and admission forms for the wards on a daily basis.- Executing the filing barcoding system.- Be available to assist the public at large with queries.Handling of Payments:- Accurately document all cash receipts and deposits the cash in the Cash Vault as per Cash and Bank policy.- Ensure that all Co-Payments (Including short falls on prosthesis) and Private patients deposits are received prior to admission,Confidentiality:Comply with legislation related to POPI and PAIA to maintain a high level of confidentiality.Job Type: Full-time