Medical Practice Receptionist

This law firm in Somerset West needs a friendly, organised person holding the front desk together. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

This post is in Somerset West (Western Cape). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Check patients in, verify medical aid details and collect co-payments.
• Sign visitors in, issue access cards and notify the right person.
• Keep visitor and client details private under POPIA.
• Sort incoming post and book couriers for outgoing documents.
• Order stationery and cleaning supplies and check deliveries.
• Answer and transfer calls on a multi-line switchboard within three rings.
• Keep the reception area neat and the coffee station stocked.

• Discreet with confidential information
• Matric
• You can juggle a ringing phone and a waiting visitor at once
• A warm, clear phone manner in English

• Medical billing or practice software experience
• Typing speed above 40 wpm

• Paid study leave for office admin courses
• Normal office hours, Monday to Friday
• Annual bonus (13th cheque) at many practices

• Answer the recruiter's call the way you would answer at work: greeting, your name and a smile in your voice.
• List the phone systems and booking software you have used; practices look for people who need little training.