Administrative Clerk: Supervisor: Patient Administration

About the role

The Department of Health (KwaZulu-Natal) is hiring an Administrative Clerk: Supervisor: Patient Administration, based in ST Chads CHC. This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 a year. This is a readvertisement, all those who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply How to apply: applications: applicants are advised to utilise courier services when sending their applications to: St Chads CHC, corner of Helpmekaar & Ezakheni main road, Ezakheni, 3381. or alternatively, applications can be sent by e-mail to: Antony.Jele@kznhealth.gov.za For attention: The Human Resource Manager Reference number to quote: STC04/2026 Closing date: 26 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: The following documents must be submitted: The advertisement of post must clearly spell out that the applicants for employment must submit fully completed latest Z83 form and detailed CV only. Copies of certified qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested for submission from shortlisted candidates. Application for Employment From effective 01/02/2021, which is obtainable at any Government Department or from thewebsitewww.kznhealth.gov.za . The Reference Number must be indicated in the column provided on Z83, e.g. STC 10/2026. NB: Certified copies should not be older than six months. Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from State Security Service to the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualifications, citizenship and previous employment experience). Please note that applications will not be acknowledged. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months after the closing date of advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. No applications will be considered if received after the closing date. The Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all occupational categories in the institution. Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications must attach an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates who are invited for interviews. This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all occupational categories in the Department. Person with disabilities is encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to African Male

Responsibilities

• Conduct employee’s performance review and compile report.
• Supervise staff and ensure proper implementation of EPMDS.
• Ensure implementation of UPFS through proper assessment of patient.
• Develop implement and maintain patient administration systems and services for the CHC/Hospital to ensure quality standards are met.
• Assist with the collection and verification of patient related information /statistics and the development of reports in support of accurate and timeous management reporting processes.
• Supervise and control the safekeeping of patient records and patient valuable.
• Develop, implement and monitor measures designated to optimize the collection of revenue.
• Ensure preparation and submission of financial reports/returns on monthly basis and perform month end /year and process.
• Develop, implement, monitor and review risk management plans.
• Participate in service delivery program.
• Develop, implement and monitor measures aimed at reducing waiting time.
• Implement discipline and guidance.
• Ensure effective efficient and economical utilization of resources allocated to the component including the development of staff.

Requirements

• Standard 10/Grade 12.
• 3-5 years’ experience in patient administration component.
• Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competencies Required.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in patient administration procedures.
• Sound knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Treasury instruction, UPFS and handling of money.
• Supervisory and leadership skills.
• Organizing, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy.