Medical Administration jobs

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate experience in a patient administration environment.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Knowledge of the Clinicom system. Knowledge of Patient Administration related policies, procedures and practices. Knowledge of Hospital Fees Memorandum 18, UPFS and Finance Instructions. Excellent interpersonal skills addressing diverse cultures and the ability to work in a team. Ability to work under pressure without supervision. Computer literacy (Microsoft Office).

EXPERIENCE

Assessment of patients in accordance with Hospital Memorandum Chapter 18 and UPFS Manual and related Finance Instructions. Debtor assessment of patients and data capturing of patient information on Clinicom System. Report all MVAs to Batsumi Hotline. Admission of patients. Ability to perform Medical Aid/EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) related transactions in the Clinicom system. Responsible for revenue control which includes receipt of money and issuing of accounts and receipts. Responsible for folder management which includes processing of folders. Handle telephonic and personal enquiries regarding patient enquiries.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics and/or accounting as a passed subject and/or Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with experience/ competencies that focus on the key performance areas (KRA’s) of the post.

ENQUIRIES

Mrs H Van Graan, Tel no 021 658 5007.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Willingness to work 12-hour shifts (which includes night duty, weekends, and public holidays). Work overtime on short notice.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.