Patient Admission Specialist – Ballito- Kwazulu-Natal

Are you passionate about patient care relationship-building and making a difference in the healthcare journey Do you thrive in a dynamic environment that involves assessing patients engaging with stakeholders and promoting specialized healthcare services If so we invite you to apply for the position of Patient Admission Specialist.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Patient Admission Specialist you will play a key role in ensuring a seamless and informed admission process for patients entering our hospitals. This position involves assessing patients before admission building strong relationships with referring professionals and representing our organisation in various healthcare settings. You will travel to engage with potential patients families and referring partners to ensure the best possible care pathway.

Please Note: This position is based in KwaZulu-Natal and will require regular and extensive travel throughout the region to support patient outreach assessments and engagement with healthcare stakeholders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Assessments: Conduct thorough pre-admission evaluations to determine patient suitability for our facilities.
• Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong connections with referring doctors medical professionals case managers and insurers.
• Marketing & Outreach: Promote our hospital services through presentations events and direct engagement with healthcare professionals.
• Travel & Representation: Travel to different locations to assess patients and represent the organization in meetings conferences and networking events.
• Admission Coordination: Work closely with hospital teams to facilitate a smooth transition for admitted patients.
• Data & Reporting: Maintain records track admission trends and provide insights for continuous improvement.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council in the category of Professional Nurse.
• Experience in patient admissions case management marketing or healthcare liaison roles is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and influence multiple stakeholders.
• A proactive organized and problem-solving mindset.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively as part of the role.

WHO WERE LOOKING FOR (PERSONAL QUALITIES):

• Clarity and Accountability: Thrive in a role with defined responsibilities and measurable outputs.
• Collaboration: strong interpersonal skills to support the interdisciplinary team funders patients and families
• Resilience and Adaptability: Ability to stay organized in a transforming organisation.
• Values-Driven: Deep alignment with Nurtures values.

Minimum salary: R31111.00 cost to Company (including benefits)