Jackpersad & Partners are the largest independent Radiology Group in KZN providing advanced radiological imaging.
We are looking for a professional and competent Medical Secretary for our EThekwini Venue based at the Lenmed EThekwini Hospital & Heart Centre.
The ideal candidate must meet the following requirements:
·Grade 12
·Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience providing administrative support in a busy medical environment
·Ability to work over weekends
·Working knowledge of ICD 10 codes and ability to work on SPESNET
·Experience working on Sage CRM and/or GE RIS Software
·Experience validating membership of patients on the various medical aid websites
·Experience on the various medical aid websites to obtain authorization for scans and procedures
·Experience in various nuclear medicine studies as well as PET, would be advantageous
·Excellent communication skills (English)
·Excellent telephone etiquette
·Experience using the following systems:
o Microsoft Packages (Excel, Word, Outlook)
o Internet
Duties
·Identify and assess patient needs
·Obtain authorization, checking of benefits and procedure codes
·ICD code verification with accuracy and validity
·Verification and submission of all information for medical aid, WCA, RAF and distinguish accurately between WCA, RAF, medico legal, medical aid and trial cases
·Advise patient accordingly to time/ procedure/ cost/ authorization/ delays
·Checking and service recording after hour cases for reporting.
·Schedule patients according to the imaging examination required on the RIS Scheduler
·Handling of bad debt accounts with diplomacy
·Assist in the accurate collection of fees and accountable for accurate handling of cash box
Skills Required:
·Uphold the Company's vision and values
·Stakeholder engagement
·Record keeping skills
·Inter and Intrapersonal skills
·Communication skills
·Accountability
·Accuracy and Attention to detail
·Time Management skills
·Ability to multi-task in busy and challenging environment
·Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and professionalism
Please note that no late submissions will be accepted.
Jackpersad & Partners is an equal opportunities employer and vacancies will be filled in line with our current employment equity plan.
We reserve the right not to fill this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 2025/08/06