Life Healthcare Admission Clerk Vacancy 2026

Company: Life Healthcare
Job Title: Admission Clerk
Location: Life Westville Hospital, KwaZulu-Natal
Job Category: Hospital Administration
Closing Date: 26 October 2026

Job Overview

Life Healthcare is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Admission Clerk position at Life Westville Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal.

The successful candidate will report to the Reception Supervisor and be responsible for managing patient admissions and discharges, handling administrative duties, liaising with medical aids, processing payments and ensuring that hospital admission procedures are followed correctly.

This opportunity is suitable for candidates with Grade 12, computer skills and experience in customer service or a healthcare environment.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Grade 12 qualification.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Experience in a healthcare environment, preferably with customer service and people management experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of hospital admission procedures.
• Ability to handle cash accurately and responsibly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Availability to report to work at short notice.

Additional advantages:

• Working knowledge of Impilo, iMeds or similar hospital admission systems.
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry and its key role players.
• Basic knowledge of financial principles.
• Knowledge of hospital procedures and medical terminology.

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Please note that academic qualifications will be verified, and shortlisted candidates will undergo ITC and criminal checks.

Key Responsibilities

The Admission Clerk will be responsible for:

• Managing patient admissions, pre-admissions and discharges in accordance with hospital protocols.
• Liaising with medical aids to obtain admission authorisations.
• Performing administrative duties, including coding, billing and submitting casualty files.
• Receiving and receipting payments and handling cash according to hospital procedures.
• Collecting co-payments, deductibles and private patient fees where applicable.
• Preparing cost estimates for private patients.
• Monitoring authorisation and rejection screens to reduce financial risks.
• Following up on medical aid authorisations for unregistered babies.
• Completing daily banking and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Managing the admission process for COID (Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases) patients.
• Answering the hospital switchboard when required.
• Working 12-hour shifts, including weekends, public holidays and night duty as applicable.
• Performing other duties assigned by the line manager.

Required Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Excellent customer service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Resilience and conflict management skills.
• Ethical behaviour and professionalism.
• Initiative, enthusiasm and self-motivation.
• A results-driven approach.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should complete the Life Healthcare external employment application form and email it to the recruitment contact below.

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 26 October 2026

Internal applicants are advised to discuss their applications with their line managers before applying. External candidates will also be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not received feedback within two weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.