Medical Practice Receptionist

First impressions at this medical practice in Isando are your job, from the morning greeting to the last courier. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

The work is in Isando, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Sort incoming post and book couriers for outgoing documents.
• Type basic letters and update the internal phone list.
• Book appointments, meeting rooms and boardroom catering.
• Take clear phone messages and send them by email straight away.
• Check patients in, verify medical aid details and collect co-payments.
• Answer and transfer calls on a multi-line switchboard within three rings.
• Sign visitors in, issue access cards and notify the right person.

• Microsoft Word, Outlook and basic Excel
• Discreet with confidential information
• Matric
• A warm, clear phone manner in English

• A second language common in your area
• Typing speed above 40 wpm

• Paid study leave for office admin courses
• Safe, secure parking
• Annual bonus (13th cheque) at many practices

• List the phone systems and booking software you have used; practices look for people who need little training.
• Your CV is your first test of neatness, so keep it one or two pages, one font and no spelling errors.