8 Medical Records jobs in South Africa

The records management consultant should at least have 10 years’ experience in Records Management.

• To develop and manage an organization-wide records management programme designed to ensure that record keeping and records management practices effectively meet the organization’s objective.
• To ensure that the records management practices of the office comply with the requirements of the National Archives and Records Services of South Africa (NARSSA) Act no. 43, 1996 as amended or its provincial equivalent, as well as other regulatory requirements.

• To ensure that records management is an objective in the government body’s strategy and strategic plan.
• To determine the current record keeping and record management situation and ensure that relevant information is available regarding the record keeping and records management practices of the government body as well as the private sector.
• Ensure that information contained in records is managed effectively throughout the organisation by drafting and implementing a records management policy.
• To ensure that records management staff understand their responsibilities and acquire the necessary skills to manage records effectively.
• To ensure that all records are kept in safe custody.
• To ensure that there is a systematic disposal programme in place.
• To ensure that all audio-visual records are managed according to the prescribed regulatory requirements and good governance.
• To ensure that all electronic records are managed according to the prescribed regulatory requirements and good governance.
• To ensure that there are evaluation criteria in place to monitor compliance with sound records management practices.

• Knowledge of the governmental environment.
• Knowledge of information management.
• Specialist knowledge of records management practices.
• Understanding of the most prevalent systems being used.
• Knowledge of relevant standards as well as the statutory and regulatory framework relating to records management.

• Good communication.
• Teamwork.
• Planning and time management.
• Influencing.
• Managing performance.
• Managing projects.
• Change management.
• Basic understanding of how information systems are designed and process data.
• Thorough understanding of metadata systems.

• Relevant National Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Information Management and/or Records Management.
• Relevant training presented by the National Archives and Records Services of South Africa or any relevant training institute.

• Extensive experience in the field of paper-based records management.
• Experience in the field of electronic records management.
• Extensive experience as a manager.
• Project management experience.
• Change management experience.

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Medical Billing Administrator at Heartfelt Practice Solutions. The Medical Billing Administrator will be responsible for managing billing processes, invoicing, utilizing billing systems, and applying analytical skills. This role is primarily located in Pretoria but allows for some remote work flexibility.

• Billing Process, Invoicing, and Billing Systems knowledge
• Analytical Skills and Finance background
• Experience in healthcare billing practices
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data
• Proficiency in medical billing software
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Relevant certification in medical billing or finance
• Bachelor's degree in any related field

• Preparing and submitting accurate claims
• Following up on claims to ensure timely payment
• Appealing denied claims and resolving claim issues
• Maintaining patient records and account information
• Handling patient billing and collections
• Processing patient payments and refunds
• Generating financial reports and analyzing revenue
• Identifying and resolving billing errors
• Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and coding standards

• Strong understanding of medical coding and billing procedures
• Proficiency in medical billing software
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

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ISTA Personnel Solutions South Africa is a global BPO company partnering with a U.S.A Medical Billing Company. We are looking for an experienced Medical Billing Collections, specifically handling U.S. healthcare insurances such as Medicare, Medicaid etc.

To excel in this role, a strong understanding of US healthcare, billing terms, and processes is essential. As a customer-facing position, it also demands professionalism and empathy in all patient interactions.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

• Working Hours: This role requires you to work EST hours, Mon - Fri, from 9am to 6pm EST time (15h00pm to 24h00am South African time - subject to change depending on daylight savings and/or the operational requirements of the Company)
• Work Environment: This is a fully remote working role.
• Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download) and the ability to support a wired Ethernet connection is mandatory. Applicants without a fixed fibre line cannot be considered.
• Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution is required to manage load shedding and power outages. Applicants without a power backup cannot be considered.
  
  

• Patient Payment Collection - Follow up with patients to collect payments, establish payment plans, and resolve billing inquiries.
• Claims Review and Billing - Review exclusion of benefits (EOBs), identify errors, and work with insurance providers to resolve claim issues
• Verification of Benefits - Confirm and validate patient eligibility and coverage details with insurance providers
• Census Management - Maintain accurate and up-to-date census data to track patient admissions and discharges
• Medicaid Processing - Handle Medicaid billing, submissions, and follow-ups to ensure compliance and timely reimbursement
• Cash Posting - Accurately post and reconcile patient payments and insurance remittances.
• Billing - Prepare and submit billing statements to insurance providers, ensuring compliance with billing guidelines.
• Claims Tracking - Monitor the status of submitted claims and follow up with insurance providers on denials or discrepancies.
• Aging Analysis - Analyze and manage aging reports to identify overdue accounts and implement follow-up strategies.
• Bank Reconciliation - Reconcile daily financial transactions and resolve discrepancies between payments and records.
• Back Office Support - Save and manage documents received from third parties to ensure proper record-keeping and compliance
• System Management - Use billing systems to update records, track payments, and document interactions.
• AR Reduction - Focus on lowering Accounts Receivable (AR) by meeting collection targets and analyzing aging reports.
• Metrics and Compliance - Meet client-defined benchmarks and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Client Communication - Provide regular updates on collection progress and discuss performance metrics with the client.
• Problem Resolution - Escalate complex issues and suggest improvements to enhance collection efficiency
  
  

• Exceptional English communication skills (comprehension, fluency etc.);
• Customer Service with a collections background
• Skilled in MS Office (Word) and Outlook
• Strong work ethic;
• A fast learner;
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 month ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 month ago

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ISTA Personnel Solutions South Africa is a global BPO company partnering with a U.S.A Medical Billing Company. We are looking for an experienced Medical Billing Collections specialist, specifically handling U.S. healthcare insurances such as Medicare, Medicaid, etc.

To excel in this role, a strong understanding of US healthcare, billing terms, and processes is essential. As a customer-facing position, it also demands professionalism and empathy in all patient interactions.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING :

• Working Hours: This role requires you to work EST hours, Mon - Fri, from 9am to 6pm EST time (15h00 to 24h00 South African time - subject to change depending on daylight savings and operational requirements)
• Work Environment: This is a remote role for South African Citizens only.
• Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download) and the ability to support a wired Ethernet connection is mandatory. Applicants without a fixed fibre line cannot be considered.
• Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution is required to manage load shedding and power outages. Applicants without a power backup cannot be considered.

Responsibilities :

1. Patient Payment Collection – Follow up with patients to collect payments, establish payment plans, and resolve billing inquiries.
2. Claims Review and Billing – Review EOBs, identify errors, and work with insurance providers to resolve claim issues.
3. Verification of Benefits – Confirm and validate patient eligibility and coverage details with insurance providers.
4. Census Management – Maintain accurate and up-to-date census data to track patient admissions and discharges.
5. Medicaid Processing – Handle Medicaid billing, submissions, and follow-ups to ensure compliance and timely reimbursement.
6. Cash Posting – Accurately post and reconcile patient payments and insurance remittances.
7. Billing – Prepare and submit billing statements to insurance providers, ensuring compliance with billing guidelines.
8. Claims Tracking – Monitor the status of submitted claims and follow up with insurance providers on denials or discrepancies.
9. Aging Analysis – Analyze and manage aging reports to identify overdue accounts and implement follow-up strategies.
10. Bank Reconciliation – Reconcile daily financial transactions and resolve discrepancies between payments and records.
11. Back Office Support – Save and manage documents received from third parties to ensure proper record-keeping and compliance.
12. System Management – Use billing systems to update records, track payments, and document interactions.
13. AR Reduction – Focus on lowering Accounts Receivable (AR) by meeting collection targets and analyzing aging reports.
14. Metrics and Compliance – Meet client-defined benchmarks and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
15. Client Communication – Provide regular updates on collection progress and discuss performance metrics with the client.
16. Problem Resolution – Escalate complex issues and suggest improvements to enhance collection efficiency.

Requirements

What we are looking for in a candidate :

• Exceptional English communication skills (comprehension, fluency, etc.);
• Customer Service with a collections background;
• Skilled in MS Office (Word) and Outlook;
• Strong work ethic;
• A fast learner;
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.

If you are not contacted within 14 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

is a global BPO company partnering with a U.S.A Medical Billing Company. We are looking for an experienced Medical Billing Collections specialist , specifically handling U.S. healthcare insurances such as Medicare, Medicaid, etc.

To excel in this role, a strong understanding of US healthcare, billing terms, and processes is essential. As a customer-facing position, it also demands professionalism and empathy in all patient interactions.

• Working Hours: This role requires you to work EST hours, Mon - Fri, from 9am to 6pm EST (15:00 to 24:00 South African time). This may change depending on daylight savings and operational needs.
• Work Environment: This is a remote role for South African Citizens only.
• Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download) and the ability to support a wired Ethernet connection are mandatory. Applicants without a fixed fibre line cannot be considered.
• Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution is required to manage load shedding and power outages. Applicants without a power backup cannot be considered.

• Patient Payment Collection - Follow up with patients to collect payments, establish payment plans, and resolve billing inquiries.
• Claims Review and Billing - Review EOBs, identify errors, and work with insurance providers to resolve claim issues.
• Verification of Benefits - Confirm and validate patient eligibility and coverage details with insurance providers.
• Census Management - Maintain accurate census data to track patient admissions and discharges.
• Medicaid Processing - Handle Medicaid billing, submissions, and follow-ups to ensure compliance and timely reimbursement.
• Cash Posting - Post and reconcile patient payments and insurance remittances accurately.
• Billing - Prepare and submit billing statements to insurance providers, ensuring compliance.
• Claims Tracking - Monitor submitted claims and follow up on denials or discrepancies.
• Aging Analysis - Manage aging reports to identify overdue accounts and implement follow-up strategies.
• Bank Reconciliation - Reconcile daily financial transactions and resolve discrepancies.
• Back Office Support - Manage documents received from third parties for proper record-keeping and compliance.
• System Management - Use billing systems to update records and track payments.
• AR Reduction - Lower Accounts Receivable by meeting collection targets and analyzing aging reports.
• Metrics and Compliance - Meet benchmarks and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Client Communication - Provide updates on collection progress and discuss performance metrics.
• Problem Resolution - Escalate complex issues and suggest improvements.

• Exceptional English communication skills (comprehension, fluency, etc.)
• Customer Service experience with a collections background
• Skilled in MS Office (Word) and Outlook
• Strong work ethic
• A fast learner
• Excellent problem-solving abilities

If you are not contacted within 14 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

ISTA Personnel Solutions South Africa is a global BPO company partnering with a U.S.A Medical Billing Company. We are looking for an experienced Medical Billing Collections, specifically handling U.S. healthcare insurances such as Medicare, Medicaid etc.

To excel in this role, a strong understanding of US healthcare, billing terms, and processes is essential. As a customer-facing position, it also demands professionalism and empathy in all patient interactions.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

• Working Hours: This role requires you to work EST hours, Mon - Fri, from 9am to 6pm EST time (15h00pm to 24h00am South African time - subject to change depending on daylight savings and/or the operational requirements of the Company)
• Work Environment: This is a remote role for South African Citizens only.
• Internet Requirements: A fixed fibre line with a minimum speed of 25 Mbps (upload & download) and the ability to support a wired Ethernet connection is mandatory. Applicants without a fixed fibre line cannot be considered.
• Power Backup: A reliable power backup solution is required to manage load shedding and power outages. Applicants without a power backup cannot be considered.
  
  

• Patient Payment Collection - Follow up with patients to collect payments, establish payment plans, and resolve billing inquiries.
• Claims Review and Billing - Review exclusion of benefits (EOBs), identify errors, and work with insurance providers to resolve claim issues
• Verification of Benefits - Confirm and validate patient eligibility and coverage details with insurance providers
• Census Management - Maintain accurate and up-to-date census data to track patient admissions and discharges
• Medicaid Processing - Handle Medicaid billing, submissions, and follow-ups to ensure compliance and timely reimbursement
• Cash Posting - Accurately post and reconcile patient payments and insurance remittances.
• Billing - Prepare and submit billing statements to insurance providers, ensuring compliance with billing guidelines.
• Claims Tracking - Monitor the status of submitted claims and follow up with insurance providers on denials or discrepancies.
• Aging Analysis - Analyze and manage aging reports to identify overdue accounts and implement follow-up strategies.
• Bank Reconciliation - Reconcile daily financial transactions and resolve discrepancies between payments and records.
• Back Office Support - Save and manage documents received from third parties to ensure proper record-keeping and compliance
• System Management - Use billing systems to update records, track payments, and document interactions.
• AR Reduction - Focus on lowering Accounts Receivable (AR) by meeting collection targets and analyzing aging reports.
• Metrics and Compliance - Meet client-defined benchmarks and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Client Communication - Provide regular updates on collection progress and discuss performance metrics with the client.
• Problem Resolution - Escalate complex issues and suggest improvements to enhance collection efficiency
  
  

• Exceptional English communication skills (comprehension, fluency etc.);
• Customer Service with a collections background
• Skilled in MS Office (Word) and Outlook
• Strong work ethic;
• A fast learner;
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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Function Administration Facility Life Bedford Gardens Hospital Position Ward Clerk | Surgical/Medical overflow Ward Introduction

A vacancy has arisen for a Ward Clerk position reporting to the Unit Manager . The successful candidate will contribute towards the optimal functioning of the nursing team through effective: interdepartmental liaising, communication and Administrative support to the nursing team.

• Ensure optimal service levels whilst understanding and striving to achieve targets.
• To ensure the speedy and effective execution of non-nursing activities.
• Attend meetings and in-service training as scheduled.
• Ensuring a safe environment in all areas of the unit through staying up to date with safety standards and protocols.
• Knowledge of emergency plans and actions.
• Elimination of medico legal risks through the correct identification and filing of patient’s documentation.
• Maintenance of a positive appearance and behavior, within and outside hospital relation.
• Friendly and helpful client service.
• Live up to the Quality principles.
• Professional secrecy and discretion during contact with customers and colleagues.
• Ensuring effective communication between customers and colleagues.
• Manage and control stock in the ward.

• Grade 12.
• Minimum of 2 years hospital experience as a stock controller/ward clerk
• Knowledge of SAP system is essential.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (excel, word) is essential.
• Good listening and communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing (negotiation)
• Drive & energy
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Ethical behaviour

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.External candidates will also be considered.

Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.