Receptionist & Switchboard Operator (Corporate Office) – Immediate Start

How2Apply Talent Network
Phalaborwa, Limpopo
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Admin & Office Support
R8 250 – R11 000/month
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Job Description

This medical practice in Phalaborwa needs a friendly, organised person holding the front desk together. If you learn fast and don't mind being shown things twice, you'll settle in within a few weeks.

You'll be based at a medical practice in Phalaborwa. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps.

What you'll actually do

  • Keep visitor and client details private under POPIA.
  • Order stationery and cleaning supplies and check deliveries.
  • Scan, file and archive documents in the correct client folders.
  • Sort incoming post and book couriers for outgoing documents.
  • Answer and transfer calls on a multi-line switchboard within three rings.
  • Take clear phone messages and send them by email straight away.

Must-haves

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

Nice if you have

  • A secretarial or office administration certificate
  • Typing speed above 40 wpm
  • Medical billing or practice software experience

On offer

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

Applying, step by step

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: your typing or admin certificate, if any plus certified copy of your ID.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 10 working days.

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

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • 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.

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Job details
SalaryR8 250 – R11 000/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationPhalaborwa, Limpopo
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience3+ years
Posted5 November 2026
Closing Date7 December 2026
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