Clinical Associate

Job Description

Please send your CV directly to hr@dmsafrica.co.za  

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice
• Registered under the Health Professions Council of South Africa
• Working experience in and knowledge of VeriClaim will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of general administrative and clerical procedures
• Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
• Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point experience essential
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Responsibilities:

• Conduct consultations (history taking and physical examination)
• Order and interpret investigations (e.g. electrocardiograms, laboratory tests, X-rays)
• Diagnose and treat common conditions
• Perform procedures (e.g. lumbar puncture, intercostal drain)
• Assist in surgery
• Provide patient education and counselling
• Make appropriate admissions, discharges and referrals
• Prescribe medicines for common and important conditions
• Issue sick certificates
• Greet patients.

• Register patients according to protocols.
• Assist patients to complete all necessary forms and documentation including medical insurance.
• Maintain and manage patient records.
• Answer incoming calls and deal with client inquiries.
• Transfer calls as required.
• Schedule patient appointments.
• Collect co-pays and payments.
• Schedule Clinic and Day Hospital admissions, tests, scans and appointments for patients.
• Obtain external medical reports as required by Medical Professionals.
• Deal with incoming and outgoing post.
• Maintain stock of forms and office supplies.
• Ensure reception area is well maintained, neat and clean.
• Safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Administration duties.
• Invoicing and receipting.
• Provide client refreshments.
• Provide patient support and support to medical personnel.