Operations

Patient Services Manager

Lenmed Private Hospitals·Gauteng, south-africa·Full Time·Part-time
OperationsFull TimePart-time
-Closes Oct 24, 2026

Main Focus Areas

  • The incumbent is to ensure effective administration systems, communication mechanisms and procedures are in place to support the work of the practice and to ensure the delivery of a high quality Administration service provided on a daily basis to patients, doctors, staff, management and Lenmed Head Office.

Key Performance Areas: (include but are not limited to)

  • Efficient management of Reception, Admissions, Case Management and Bill
  • Auditing departments.
  • To ensure the accuracy and timeous clinical updates of patient records.
  • Ensure efficient Pre-Admission and Admission processes.
  • Resolve patient queries timeously and with integrity.
  • Ensure revenue and collections targets are achieved by effectively managing the DNYB.
  • Ensure adherence to Group policies.
  • Consistently motivate and drive the team to achieve targets.
  • Initiate system (SAP) developments to improve business processes.
  • Perform daily, weekly & month end reports for Management.
  • Compile ad hoc reports as required by Management / Group.

Post Requirements: (include but are not limited to)

  • Nursing Diploma/Degree will be advantageous.
  • Nursing Clinical Background Essential.
  • 10 years previous work experience in a hospital environment is essential
  • A minimum of 5 years experience in a management position.
  • A minimum of 3 years experience in Case Management essential.
  • Intermediate CPT and ICD 10 training.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel knowledge.
  • Ability to work with tight deadlines.
  • Flexibility in working hours including Shift work.
  • SAP experience will be advantageous.

Deadline:16th October,2026

Key skills

BachelorsNational Diploma

At a glance

Company

Lenmed Private Hospitals

Location

Gauteng, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

October 24, 2026

Created

October 13, 2026

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