Receptionist & Switchboard Operator (Corporate Office)

How2Apply Talent Network
Germiston, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 4 hours ago
Full-time Admin & Office Support
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Job Description

This estate agency in Germiston needs a friendly, organised person holding the front desk together. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

You'll be based at an estate agency in Germiston. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps.

What your day looks like

  • Check patients in, verify medical aid details and collect co-payments.
  • Scan, file and archive documents in the correct client folders.
  • Keep visitor and client details private under POPIA.
  • Answer and transfer calls on a multi-line switchboard within three rings.
  • Type basic letters and update the internal phone list.

What you need

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

Helpful, not essential

  • Medical billing or practice software experience
  • A second language common in your area

On offer

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

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: certified copy of your matric certificate plus your typing or admin certificate, if any.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 6 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Germiston; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

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Tips to get shortlisted

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationGermiston, Gauteng
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience3+ years
Posted27 September 2026
Closing Date29 October 2026
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