Hospital Administration Support Opportunity
The Department of Health is hiring a Messenger Level 2 to assist with document delivery, medical records handling and basic registry support within the hospital. The role involves collecting and delivering files, documents, parcels and stock while maintaining accurate records and handling confidential information.
Position: Messenger Level 2
Reference: refs/056285
Directorate: Patient Affairs
Number of Posts: 1
Salary: R144,024 per year plus benefits
Location: Tambo Memorial Hospital
Closing Date: 3 September 2026
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for candidates who:
- Have Grade 10 or equivalent qualification
- Have basic literacy and communication skills
- Can handle confidential documents responsibly
- Have good organisational and time management skills
- Can work well with others as part of a team
- Have a customer-focused approach
Requirements
- Grade 10 or equivalent qualification
- Ability to read and write
- Basic communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Basic record-keeping skills
- Time management and teamwork skills
- Knowledge of Batho Pele principles will be advantageous
- Previous Public Service experience will be an added advantage
Main Duties
- Collect and deliver files, documents, parcels and medical records from wards and clinics
- Distribute memos, circulars and official documents
- Assist with registry duties including filing, photocopying and shredding
- Handle confidential information responsibly
- Collect and deliver files according to schedules and requests
- Deliver ward stock, vacutainers and medication packets
- Keep accurate records of files collected and stock delivered
- Move and handle boxes of stock within designated areas
Skills Needed
- Communication skills
- Record-keeping skills
- Organisation skills
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Client service skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Reliability and responsibility
Application Information
Applications must include:
- Completed and signed Z83 application form
- Updated detailed CV
Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng Department of Health recruitment portal.
No faxed or hand-delivered applications will be accepted.