Administration Clerk Patient Affairs (X7 Posts) at Gauteng Department of Health – Apply Before 07 April 2026

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The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting applications for Administration Clerk: Patient Affairs (7 Posts) at Sebokeng Hospital. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with a Grade 12 qualification who want to build a career in the public healthcare sector while gaining administrative experience in a hospital environment.

Successful applicants will earn a salary of R228 321 per year plus benefits, along with valuable experience working within one of Gauteng’s major healthcare facilities.

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Job Overview

Position: Administration Clerk – Patient Affairs
Reference Number: refs/045332
Department: Gauteng Department of Health
Directorate: Admin and Support Department
Number of Posts: 7
Salary: R228 321 per annum (plus benefits)
Location: Sebokeng Hospital
Closing Date: 07 April 2026
Enquiries: Ms. M.A. Ramothibe – 016 930 3048

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Strong customer service orientation
Ability to handle confidential information
Basic computer literacy, especially in Microsoft Office
Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing work environments

Experience working in a hospital environment will be an added advantage. Candidates who can speak more than two official languages may also receive preference.

Applicants will be required to complete a practical computer skills test during the recruitment process.

Key Competencies and Skills

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

Good organisational and administrative skills
Attention to detail when handling patient information
Knowledge of patient administration processes
Understanding of relevant public sector legislation and regulations
Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays

Knowledge of systems such as PAAB or HIS and familiarity with healthcare administrative policies will be advantageous.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidates will perform a range of administrative duties within the patient affairs department, including:

Registering patients on the SAP system
Admitting, transferring, and discharging patients using SAP-HIS
Capturing accurate patient information and completing registration forms
Requesting and verifying supporting documents from patients
Booking patients for follow-up visits
Classifying patients correctly and monitoring outstanding bills
Compiling statistics and administrative reports
Safeguarding patient records in line with legal and policy requirements
Ordering administrative stock and supplies
Assisting other departments when required

These responsibilities play an important role in ensuring efficient patient administration and record management within the hospital.

Important Application Notes

Applicants should take note of the following:

Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng e-Recruitment portal.
Only a completed Z83 form and updated CV must be submitted when applying.
Certified documents will only be required from shortlisted candidates before interviews.
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
Candidates may undergo personnel suitability checks, including qualification and criminal record verification.

Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.

Employment Equity

The Gauteng Department of Health is committed to employment equity and diversity, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng Professional Job Centre recruitment system. Hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ensure that: