Ward Administration Clerk (X3 Posts)

Closing date: 31 Jul 2026
Department: Eastern Cape - Eastern Cape Department of Health
Opportunity expired: Applications for this DPSA vacancy have closed on 31 Jul 2026. This page is kept live for reference and to help applicants find similar current opportunities.

Reference number: ECHEALTH/WAC/NMAH/NTSG-ON/07/07/2026

Salary: R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05)

Centre: OR Tambo District, Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital

Requirements

National Senior Certificate, / NQF level 4 with no experience.
One (1) year public service internship programme experience will be given preference.
Previous administration in a hospital environment will serve as an added advantage.
Basic knowledge of administration processes, Batho Pele principle and Patients Right Charter A good understanding of general administration.
Understanding of confidentiality.
Client Orient and customer focus.
Written and verbal communication.
Report writing skills and time management.
Computer literacy in MS Office suits especially Word & Excel.

Duties

Provide ward administration services: Compile patient folders that contain the relevant documentation.
Record and reconcile the midnight patient census.
Account for admissions, discharges and transfers.
Keep notice boards neat, relevant and current.
Capture statistical data.
Monitor ward stock levels: Order and receive ward supplies – stationery, surgical supplies, etc.
Replace ward stock condemned.
Record movement of ward stock and supplies.
Maintain documents / files: Keep files neat and complete.
File correspondence.
Trace movement of files.
Put files into archives according to the correct category and place.
Perform routine clerical duties: Make photocopies.
Compile duty roosters and submit to Human Resource.
Make transport arrangements for transfer of patients.
Take ward telephone calls.

Enquiries

Ms Calaza Tel No: (047) 502 4469 or Enquiries:
Nozidumo.Calaza@echealth.gov.za

Applications

Applicants must apply for this post by using e-Recruitment system
https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za/

Please note: this opportunity has expired, so the application details above are for reference only.

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