Medical Practice Receptionist

You'll be the first voice and face of a private school in Umhlanga. You'll work with a small crew, so being easy to work with matters as much as skill.

You'll report in Umhlanga. Relocation is not covered for this one. Hours are mostly Monday to Friday, with the odd Saturday in busy months.

• Sign visitors in, issue access cards and notify the right person.
• Type basic letters and update the internal phone list.
• Take clear phone messages and send them by email straight away.
• Scan, file and archive documents in the correct client folders.
• Book appointments, meeting rooms and boardroom catering.
• Sort incoming post and book couriers for outgoing documents.
• Answer and transfer calls on a multi-line switchboard within three rings.

• Microsoft Word, Outlook and basic Excel
• You can juggle a ringing phone and a waiting visitor at once
• Well presented, punctual and organised
• A warm, clear phone manner in English
• Discreet with confidential information
• At least 1 year on reception or a front desk

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

• Answer the recruiter's call the way you would answer at work: greeting, your name and a smile in your voice.
• Your CV is your first test of neatness, so keep it one or two pages, one font and no spelling errors.