Company: PathCare
Location: Kathu, Northern Cape
Job Title: Depot Clerk / Depot Administrator
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Industry: Healthcare | Medical | Pathology
Application Closing Date: Tuesday, 15 July 2025
Working Hours: Full-Time
Salary: Market-Related + Comprehensive Benefits
About PathCare
PathCare is one of South Africa’s most trusted private pathology service providers, with a legacy spanning over 100 years. Founded in 1923 and registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), all PathCare laboratories are SANAS-accredited, ensuring the highest standards of diagnostic excellence. The organisation is deeply committed to patient-centered care, ethical practice, and clinical quality. With a national footprint, PathCare enables medical professionals to diagnose and treat patients effectively by delivering accurate, timely laboratory results.
Role Overview
PathCare is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Depot Clerk/Depot Administrator to join its dynamic team at the Kathu branch in the Northern Cape. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a frontline, client-facing environment and has a strong administrative skill set. You will play a vital part in ensuring the smooth operation of daily depot tasks, including patient reception, data entry, account management, and client liaison. Your contribution will directly impact the efficiency of healthcare delivery and the experience of our clients and patients.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform frontline reception duties, welcoming and assisting patients with professionalism and care
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Check, verify, and capture patient information into the laboratory system
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Handle account payments and queries efficiently and accurately
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Manage banking tasks and ensure proper documentation
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Support daily depot functions to ensure an organised and responsive healthcare environment
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following criteria:
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Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
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Completion and passing of the Depot Administrator Examination
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Computer literacy with typing speed of at least 30 words per minute
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Prior experience in a medical, pathology, or laboratory setting is advantageous
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Proven experience in client service, reception, or front office environments
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Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high attention to detail
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Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
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Must be fluent in English (understanding Afrikaans is a plus)
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A positive, adaptable work style and willingness to work both independently and within a team
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A clean professional performance record (technical and behavioural)
Preferred Attributes
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Knowledge of pathology terminology
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Prior use of laboratory or billing systems
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Customer-centric approach to daily tasks
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Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
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Able to multitask and manage responsibilities efficiently
Why Join PathCare?
Working at PathCare means becoming part of a values-driven organisation that places people and quality at the heart of its operations. In recognition of your skills and contribution, you will receive a market-related salary and a full benefits package, which includes:
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Retirement Fund Contributions
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Group Life & Disability Insurance
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Annual Performance Bonus
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Competitive Maternity Benefits
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Health Care Allowance
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Discounted Pathology Tests
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Annual HPCSA/SANC Fee Payment
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Development Opportunities via the PathCare Training Academy
Employment Equity Commitment
PathCare supports employment equity and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities it serves. Applications are encouraged from all suitable candidates, especially individuals from underrepresented groups, including people with disabilities.
All applications will undergo verification checks, including but not limited to ID, qualifications, criminal and credit history, and licensing.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about healthcare administration and meet the qualifications above, apply today by submitting your CV and the completed application form to:
📧 ilona.hendricks@pathcare.net
🗓️ Closing Date: Tuesday, 15 July 2025
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