Department of Health Administration Clerk Level 5 Vacancies 2026 – Apply Online
The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting suitably qualified applicants to apply for Administration Clerk Level 5 vacancies at Pholosong Regional Hospital. This is a great opportunity for candidates with Grade 12, computer literacy, and strong administrative skills to work in the public health sector.
There are 4 Administration Clerk posts available under the Patient Affairs Directorate.
Job Overview
Employer: Department of Health
Position: Administration Clerk Level 5
Reference Number: refs/048613
Directorate: Patient Affairs
Number of Posts: 4
Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum, plus benefits
Location: Pholosong Regional Hospital, Gauteng
Closing Date: 20 May 2026
Enquiries: Ms M. Gagela – Tel: (011) 812 5052
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification
- Computer literacy
- Good communication skills
- Ability to apply Batho Pele Principles in a working environment
- Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
Added Advantages
The following will strengthen your application:
- Qualification in Public Management, Business Management, Office Management, or equivalent
- Knowledge of patient and billing systems
- Previous EPWP experience
No previous work experience is required for this post.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be responsible for providing administrative support within the Patient Affairs Directorate. Duties include:
- Registering and admitting patients on SAP/HIS or manually
- Classifying patients according to the Uniform Patient Fee Schedule (UPFS)
- Completing administrative documents accurately
- Billing patients and collecting money where applicable
- Issuing receipts and balancing the in-paying register at the end of each shift
- Capturing patient data correctly to ensure good data quality
- Recording patient admissions and discharges accurately
- Ensuring patient files are correctly and completely compiled
- Compiling daily and monthly patient statistics
- Ensuring working materials and equipment are available
- Reporting lost, damaged, or dysfunctional equipment
- Assisting with stock ordering and stock management systems
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted strictly online through the Gauteng Department of Health E-Recruitment portal:
No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted.
For assistance with online applications, applicants may email:
he**************@*********ov.za
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- A fully completed and signed new Z83 form
- A recently updated comprehensive CV
- Registration certificate with a relevant professional body, where applicable
- Proof of current registration or annual practising certificate/card, where applicable
The new Z83 form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the DPSA website.
Applicants must clearly indicate the reference number: refs/048613 on their applications.
Important Application Notes
Applicants must ensure that the Z83 form is fully completed and signed. All fields in Part A, Part C, and Part D must be completed.
Where the question about professional registration does not apply, applicants may leave it blank.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the interview date.
The Department will conduct personnel suitability checks, including:
- Criminal record checks
- Citizenship verification
- Qualification verification
- Company directorship checks
- Social media checks
- Financial record checks
- Reference checks
Candidates may also be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Applicants with foreign qualifications must provide an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
No Payment Required
Applicants are reminded that no payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health.
Employment Equity
The Department aims to promote representivity in the Public Service through race, gender, and disability. Preference will be given to South African citizens.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is:
20 May 2026
Applications submitted after the closing date may not be considered.
Final Note
Due to the high number of applications expected, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive feedback within 3 months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
