Receptionist Job at St. Ambrose Charity Hospital

Organisation: St. Ambrose Charity Hospital

Duty Station: Kagadi, Uganda

Number of Positions: 1

Job Summary

St. Ambrose Charity Hospital is seeking to recruit a friendly, organized and customer-focused Receptionist to serve as the first point of contact for patients and visitors. The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving clients, handling inquiries, managing appointments, maintaining records and supporting administrative functions to ensure smooth hospital operations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Receive and welcome patients, visitors and other stakeholders in a professional manner.
• Respond to telephone calls, emails and general inquiries promptly and courteously.
• Guide patients and visitors to the appropriate departments and service points.
• Schedule appointments and maintain appointment records.
• Maintain accurate patient registration and reception records.
• Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence.
• Assist in filing, photocopying, scanning and document management.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and organizational information.
• Support billing, cash receipting and other basic administrative duties where required.
• Ensure the reception area remains clean, organized and welcoming.
• Provide administrative support to various departments as assigned.
• Perform any other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Certificate or Diploma in Secretarial Studies, Office Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel and email applications.
• Knowledge of secretarial and basic accounting procedures is an added advantage.
• Strong customer care and interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to multitask and work in a busy environment.
• High level of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
• Female candidates below 25 years of age are encouraged to apply as specified in the original advert.

About St. Ambrose Charity Hospital

St. Ambrose Charity Hospital is dedicated to providing quality and affordable healthcare services to communities in Kagadi and neighboring areas. The hospital is committed to excellence, professionalism and compassionate patient care through a highly motivated workforce.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic certificates and other relevant supporting documents.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Hospital Administrator
St. Ambrose Charity Hospital
Kagadi Town, Nakulabye Trading Centre
Along Hoima–Fort Portal Road

Email: admin@sahealthcentre.org

Tel: 0784 466 222

Deadline: 26th June 2026