Receptionist & Switchboard Operator (Corporate Office) – Experienced

You'll be the first voice and face of a medical practice in Durban Central. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

You'll report in Durban Central. Relocation is not covered for this one. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

• Order stationery and cleaning supplies and check deliveries.
• Keep visitor and client details private under POPIA.
• Scan, file and archive documents in the correct client folders.
• Type basic letters and update the internal phone list.
• Book appointments, meeting rooms and boardroom catering.
• Check patients in, verify medical aid details and collect co-payments.
• Sort incoming post and book couriers for outgoing documents.

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

• Medical billing or practice software experience
• A secretarial or office administration certificate

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

• 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.