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Healthcare Receptionist / Administration

Faircape

Western Cape Mid-Senior Posted 11 Sep 2026

Overview

Faircape Health is extending our subacute care and rehabilitation services to Heritage Manor, our long-term healthcare centre situated in Somerset West. We provide exceptional care for patients requiring short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, dementia care, respite care and palliative care within a secure, supportive and nurturing environment.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a similar receptionist or administrative role.
  • Experience within a hospital, healthcare or medical environment will be advantageous.
  • A relevant administration qualification will be advantageous.
  • Computer literate (Google Workspace experience advantageous).
  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Customer service orientated.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Professional, well presented and approachable.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Able to work independently as well as within a team.
  • Reliable, accountable and dependable.
  • Excellent and contactable references.
  • Clear criminal record.
  • Clear credit record.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome and greet all patients, visitors and contractors in a professional and friendly manner.
  • Answer and direct telephone calls promptly, efficiently and courteously.
  • Receive and relay messages accurately via written, verbal and electronic communication.
  • Receive, stamp and distribute incoming mail daily.
  • Ensure professional communication throughout the healthcare facility.
  • Monitor diaries for appointments, messages and instructions, ensuring information is communicated to the relevant departments.
  • Prepare starter packs for new employees and assist with fingerprint registration where applicable.
  • Perform reception and administrative duties to ensure the efficient operation of the reception area.
  • Attend to deliveries, maintenance contractors and service providers entering the facility.
  • Support the administration team with general administrative duties as required.

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