Gauteng Department of Health Administration Clerk Vacancies: 6 Posts at Kopanong Hospital
Gauteng Department of Health Administration Clerk Vacancies: 6 Posts at Kopanong Hospital
The Gauteng Department of Health is inviting applications for six Administration Clerk vacancies at Kopanong Hospital. These positions have been re-advertised, meaning candidates who applied previously are encouraged to submit their applications again.
This opportunity may be suitable for job seekers with a Grade 12 qualification and no previous work experience, particularly those interested in building a career within hospital administration and patient services.
Successful candidates will earn between R237 453 and R279 708 per annum, plus benefits.
Applications close on 28 August 2026.
Gauteng Department of Health Administration Clerk Vacancy Overview
Employer: Department of Health
Position: Administration Clerk
Reference Number: REFS/056196
Directorate: Administration
Number of Posts: 6
Location: Kopanong Hospital
Salary: R237 453 to R279 708 per annum, plus benefits
Closing Date: 28 August 2026
Employment Status: Re-advertised vacancy
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet one of the following qualification and experience requirements:
- Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification with no previous experience required, or
- Grade 10 with at least two years of experience in patient administration.
Applicants must also be computer literate.
Candidates should be able to work under pressure and must be prepared to work:
- Shifts
- Night duty
- Public holidays
- Rotational duties within the department
Knowledge of the following will be important:
- Records Management Policy
- Patient Administration Guidelines
- Public Finance Management Act, or PFMA
- Uniform Patient Fee Schedule, or UPFS
Duties and Responsibilities
Successful Administration Clerks will be responsible for providing administrative support within the hospital’s patient administration environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Carrying out administrative duties according to applicable patient administration and records management guidelines.
- Registering and admitting patients.
- Filing and maintaining patient records.
- Capturing patient information accurately both electronically and manually.
- Ensuring personal information, supporting documentation and patient classifications are correctly recorded.
- Capturing downtime information.
- Compiling PAIA statistics and handling Section 32 administration.
- Compiling private patient files on a spreadsheet.
- Submitting private patient information to the supervisor and finance section every month for billing purposes.
- Performing sub-cashier duties, including the collection of patient fees.
- Responding to telephone enquiries relating to patient administration and records management.
- Following applicable records disposal procedures.
- Complying with requirements and changes introduced by internal and external stakeholders.
- Carrying out additional duties assigned by the supervisor.
- Reporting relevant administrative matters to the supervisor.
Who Should Apply?
This vacancy could be particularly attractive to Grade 12 job seekers who do not yet have work experience but want to enter the public healthcare sector.
Because the role involves working with patient information, records, payments and hospital administration systems, candidates should be organised, accurate and comfortable working with computers.
Applicants should also be prepared for a hospital working environment where shifts, night duty and public holiday work may be required.
How to Apply for the Department of Health Administration Clerk Vacancies
Applications must be submitted online.
Reference Number: REFS/056196
No faxed applications or hand-delivered applications will be accepted.
Documents Required When Applying
Applicants must complete and submit the new Z83 application form together with a recently updated and detailed Curriculum Vitae.
The Z83 form can be obtained from any Public Service Department or downloaded from the DPSA website.
When completing the Z83 form:
- Complete all required sections fully.
- Initial and sign the form where required.
- State Department of Health as the department where the vacancy was advertised.
- Ensure the information on the Z83 corresponds with the information contained in your CV.
Your CV should clearly show your employment history in chronological order.
For each position listed in your CV, include:
- Name of the institution or employer
- Position held
- Start date
- End date
Dates should preferably be provided in DD/MM/YYYY format so that the Department can calculate your period of experience correctly.
Do You Need Certified Copies When Applying?
According to the Department’s recruitment instructions and DPSA Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications, service certificates or other supporting documents with the initial application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to provide certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview.
Applicants with foreign qualifications may be required to provide an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Important Information for Applicants
The Department may conduct Personnel Suitability Checks and verification checks as part of the recruitment process.
Kopanong Hospital may also use practical exercises or assessments for non-SMS positions to determine whether candidates are suitable for the role.
The recommended candidate may be required to undergo medical surveillance in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
The Gauteng Department of Health applies Employment Equity principles, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Applicants should also note that no payment of any kind is required when applying for positions advertised by the Department or hospital.
If you previously applied for this Administration Clerk vacancy, you are encouraged to re-apply.
If you have not received any communication within three months after the closing date, you should consider your application unsuccessful.
The Department reserves the right not to fill the advertised posts.
Enquiries
For enquiries relating to this vacancy, contact:
Ms L.P. Phaswana
Assistant Director: Patient Affairs
Telephone: 016 428 7111
Closing Date
Applications for the Department of Health Administration Clerk vacancies at Kopanong Hospital close on:
28 August 2026
Applicants are encouraged to apply before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical problems with the online recruitment system.
Why This Vacancy Is Worth Considering
With six positions available, a salary of up to R279 708 per annum plus benefits, and Grade 12 accepted without previous experience, this is an opportunity for eligible candidates who want to gain experience within South Africa’s public healthcare administration environment.
Make sure your Z83 form and CV are completed correctly before submitting your online application.
