Experienced Medical Receptionist (Parktown/Northcliff) and extended hours

About the position

Experienced Medical Receptionist (Parktown)
Our client, an Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Parktown and Northcliff, Johannesburg is seeking to recruit an experienced medical receptionist with strong typing skills for very busy practice.

Requirements:

• Diary and appointment management and rescheduling of appointments
• Answering incoming calls
• Ensure the smooth and effective functioning of the practice
• Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable always
• General administration
• Dictation of reports / letters etc.
• Preparation of patient files
• Ensure payment verification and collection
• Maintain collaborative relationships with the patients
• Maintain efficient patient service
• Maintain confidentiality of all doctor, staff and patient information
• Assist with stock ordering
• Medical aid supplier liaison
• Medical aid liaison

Qualification:

• At least 5 years - 7 years experience (essential) in a similar medical receptionist position (orthopaedic medical experience preferred)
• Medical software experience will be an added advantage
• Strong typing skills to attend to the high workload of dictations

Skills and attributes:

• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player
• Hardworking and flexible in terms of overtime subject to theatre lists
• Professional communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize
• Computer literacy and high attention to detail
• Excellent command of English and fluent in Afrikaans
• Well-presented and professional

Working hours:

• Monday to Friday - 08h00 - 17h00 with extended hours on a Monday and Tuesday until 19h00 / 20h00

Appointment:
ASAP
Only candidates who meet all the minimum requirements stipulated in the advert, will be considered. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Desired Skills:

• See Job Detail
• Medical Administrative Experience