| Applications are invited from suitably-qualified KPH employees who meet job-specific requirements set out below. | |
| REPORTING TO: | BILLING AND ADMINISTRATION MANAGER |
| DEPARTMENT: | FINANCE |
| Key Responsibilities | Receive patients and process Admissions and Discharges.
Request authorization from medical schemes for hospital admissions. Collect levies, co-payments and any other monies due to the hospital. Ensure accurate filing and record keeping of patients’ information. Liaise with nursing and other relevant stakeholders regarding admissions and discharge of patients. Administer patient movement system. Administer patient transport system. Operate main switchboard – receive and transfer calls. Capturing of pre-admissions and preparation of theatre bookings. Perform duties as stipulated for sessional room doctors if required. Daily ad hoc tasks as delegated by the Manager. |
| Qualifications & Experience: | Matric/Grade 12 Certificate.
Post matric qualification in administration or other relevant field. Good computer skills. Excellent communication skills. Good interpersonal skills and customer care skills. At least 1-2 years in private healthcare environment with knowledge of medical aid rules, account types and NHN admission guidelines with regards to DSP’s. Knowledge and experience in ICD10 coding would be an added advantage. |
| Application criteria: | Employees who are interested in applying for this position must submit an application letter, CV, Valid certified copies of ID and academic certificates to the HR office.
No late applications will be accepted or considered. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants will be required to complete a written examination. |
| Closing Date & Time | Tuesday 23 April 2019 Time: 15H00 |
| Enquiries: | Please direct all your enquiries to the HR Department |
