Medical Receptionist

Reporting to the relevant manager, the Medical Receptionist will perform diagnostic imaging examinations and process and analyse biological specimens at an organisation in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal.

You will be encouraged to broaden your expertise and take on new challenges. A safety-first, quality-driven approach underpins everything the team does. The company fosters a positive culture where effort and initiative are recognised. Take the next step in your career and apply before the closing date.

The role is based on-site and suits someone living within commuting distance.

• Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot medical and laboratory equipment, reporting malfunctions to service providers promptly.
• Process and analyse biological specimens, performing haematology, biochemistry, and microbiology tests to produce reliable results.
• Manage inventory of medical supplies, consumables, and pharmaceuticals, placing orders timeously to prevent stock-outs.
• Accurately dispense prescription and over-the-counter medications, checking for drug interactions, contraindications, and appropriate dosages.
• Maintain detailed and accurate patient records including medical history, treatment notes, investigation results, and discharge summaries.

• For imaging roles, proficiency in operating equipment and knowledge of radiation safety and protection principles.
• Thorough knowledge of clinical protocols, infection control standards, and the ethical and legal framework of healthcare.
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine commitment to providing compassionate care to patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa or South African Pharmacy Council as applicable.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when dispensing medication, performing tests, or recording information.
• Basic computer literacy for maintaining electronic patient records, scheduling appointments, and practice management software.
• A minimum of two to three years of clinical experience in a hospital, clinic, pharmacy, or diagnostic centre.