Relief Receptionist (Temp Pool)

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Burgersfort, Limpopo
Temporary
Posted 1 hour ago
Temporary Admin & Office Support
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Job Description

This medical practice in Burgersfort needs a friendly, organised person holding the front desk together. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

This post is in Burgersfort (Limpopo). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

What you'll actually do

  • Keep visitor and client details private under POPIA.
  • Keep the reception area neat and the coffee station stocked.
  • Answer and transfer calls on a multi-line switchboard within three rings.
  • Book appointments, meeting rooms and boardroom catering.
  • Take clear phone messages and send them by email straight away.

What you need

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

Extra points for

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

What you get

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

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): your typing or admin certificate, if any plus a neat CV with two references.
  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 9 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Burgersfort; 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.
  • Answer the recruiter's call the way you would answer at work: greeting, your name and a smile in your voice.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeTemporary
LocationBurgersfort, Limpopo
CategoryAdmin & Office Support
Experience1+ years
Posted14 November 2026
Closing Date13 December 2026
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