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Ward Administrative Assistant – Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital Jobs in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa at University of Pretoria
Title: Ward Administrative Assistant – Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital
Company: University of Pretoria
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
UP Professional and SupportFACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCE
VETERINARY ACADEMIC HOSPITAL
WARD ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 12
In the pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above-mentioned vacancy.The University of Pretoria’s commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent will be responsible for :
Handling telephone calls, enquiries, messages and emails;
Liaising with internal and external clients, referring veterinarians and students;
Registering new clients and checking for outstanding balances on client accounts;
Booking appointments on UVIS;
Preparing files and scanning documents;
Working closely with students and clients;
Communicating hospital policies and procedures;
Providing final discharge information to clients;
Managing/overseeing the administrative arrangements with PawPrint cremations;
Administering the procurement process of the Clinics (obtaining quotations, generating purchase orders, receiving items);
Being flexible to assist in other sections of the OVAH; and
Performing shift duties.
Minimum Requirements
Grade 12;
Two years reception/secretarial or similar experience in a health care setting; and
Computer literacy (MS Word, Windows, etc.).
Required
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES) :
Knowledge of medical and/or veterinary terminology;
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
ADDED ADVANATGES AND PREFERENCES
Course in telephone etiquette;
Course in basic client communication skills.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.
In Applying For This Post, Please Attach
A comprehensive CV;
Certified copies of qualifications; and
Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.
CLOSING DATE: 7 April 2024
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES: Ms Granny Maseko, [email protected] for application-related enquiries and Sr Sarah Johnson, [email protected] for enquiries relating to post content.
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 June 2024 please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related …
