WARD CLERK
REF NO: ECHEALTH/WARC/FTH/APL/01/07/2022
SALARY : R176 310 – R207 681 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Buffalo City Metro, Frere Tertiary Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate, / NQF level 4 with no
experience. Previous administration in
a hospital environment will serve as an added advantage. This position is ward based
in a psychiatric hospital. Knowledge of policies and prescripts. A good understanding of
general administration. Knowledge of Mental Care Act and all appropriate Public Service
Legislation. Understanding of confidentiality. Client Orient and customer focus. Written
and verbal communication. Report writing skills and time management. Computer
literacy in MS Office suit especial Word & Excel. One (1) year Public service
internship
programme experience will be given preference.
DUTIES : Provide ward administration services: Compile patient folders that contain the relevant
documentation. Record and reconcile the midnight patient census. Account for
admissions, discharges and transfers.
Keep notice boards neat, relevant and current.
Capture statistical data. Monitor ward stock levels: Order and receive ward supplies –
stationery, surgical supplies, etc. Replace ward stock condemned. Record movement of
ward stock and supplies. Maintain documents / files: Keep files neat and complete. File
correspondence. Trace movement of files. Put files into archives according to the correct
category and place. Perform routine clerical duties: Make photo copies. Compile duty
roosters and submit to Human Resource. Make transport arrangements for transfer of
patients. Take ward telephone calls.
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Mthitshana Tel No: 043 709 2487/2532