Mediclinic Unit Administrative Assistant – Emergency Centre Jobs 2026

Mediclinic is inviting applications for a Unit Administrative Assistant – Emergency Centre position at Mediclinic Limpopo in Polokwane, South Africa.

This is a permanent, on-site opportunity suitable for candidates with Grade 12 who are interested in administrative work within a healthcare environment. No previous work experience is required.

Mediclinic Unit Administrative Assistant Job Details

Employer: Mediclinic Limpopo
Position: Unit Administrative Assistant – Emergency Centre
Reference Number: 73855
Location: Polokwane, Limpopo
Job Type: Permanent
Workplace: On-site
Number of Positions: 1
Experience Level: Entry Level
Closing Date: 25 September 2026

Salary and Benefits

Mediclinic has not specified a salary for this vacancy. The position is permanent and offers an opportunity to gain administrative experience within a healthcare setting.

Main Purpose of the Job

The successful candidate will provide administrative support to help ensure that processes and procedures within the nursing unit are effectively supported.

The role involves general administration, patient-related administrative functions, reception duties and pharmaceutical stock control.

Key Responsibilities

The Unit Administrative Assistant will be responsible for:

• Performing administrative duties within the nursing unit.
• Assisting with patient administration-related functions.
• Controlling pharmaceutical stock.
• Providing a professional reception service.
• Supporting the effective operation of processes and procedures within the nursing unit.
• Capturing and maintaining relevant information and records.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following essential requirement:

• Grade 12 with computer literacy subjects or an additional computer literacy certificate.

Experience

Essential:

• No previous experience is required.

Desirable:

• Administrative experience in a healthcare environment.

Additional Qualifications

The following training is desirable but not listed as essential:

• Reception training
• Secretarial training
• Personal Assistant training
• Administration training

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Skills and Knowledge

Candidates should have knowledge or skills in:

• Recordkeeping
• Patient administration systems
• Compliment and complaints management
• Data capturing
• Telephone etiquette
• Microsoft Office and general computer literacy
• Stock control processes

Who Can Apply?

This opportunity is suitable for candidates who:

• Have completed Grade 12.
• Have computer literacy through school subjects or an additional computer literacy certificate.
• Can perform administrative duties and handle records accurately.
• Have good communication and telephone etiquette skills.
• Can work with patient administration information.
• Are interested in working in a healthcare environment.

Previous work experience is not required, although healthcare administration experience will be an advantage.

Employment Equity

Mediclinic states that all applicants will be considered, with preference given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa. Preference may also be given to internal applicants or employees who meet the minimum requirements.

Important Information for Internal Employees

Mediclinic notes that internal employees who are currently employed on a fixed-term contract should apply using an external candidate profile rather than their employee profile.

How to Apply for Mediclinic Unit Administrative Assistant Jobs 2026

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply through the official Mediclinic careers portal and search for:

Unit Administrative Assistant – Emergency Centre
Reference Number: 73855

Applications should be submitted before the closing date.

Closing Date: 25 September 2026

Mediclinic advises candidates to ensure that their application information and profile are complete and up to date before applying.

Job Summary

The Mediclinic Unit Administrative Assistant – Emergency Centre vacancy is a permanent, on-site position based at Mediclinic Limpopo in Polokwane. The role focuses on administrative support, patient administration, reception services and pharmaceutical stock control.

A Grade 12 qualification with computer literacy is required, while previous experience is not essential, making this an entry-level opportunity for candidates interested in healthcare administration.

Reference Number: 73855
Location: Polokwane, Limpopo
Closing Date: 25 September 2026