Relief Receptionist (Temp Pool)

You'll be the first voice and face of a medical practice in Gqeberha. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

The work is in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Keep the reception area neat and the coffee station stocked.
• Take clear phone messages and send them by email straight away.
• 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.
• Sign visitors in, issue access cards and notify the right person.
• Sort incoming post and book couriers for outgoing documents.

• Well presented, punctual and organised
• You can juggle a ringing phone and a waiting visitor at once
• Microsoft Word, Outlook and basic Excel
• Discreet with confidential information

• Typing speed above 40 wpm
• Medical billing or practice software experience
• A second language common in your area

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

• 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.