USD 1000–1800/yr

Virtual Administrative Assistant

South AfricaSouth AfricaRemotemid
OtherAdministrative AssistantAdministrative & OfficeAdministration & Office Support
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Role Overview This is a full-time remote position (40 hours per week) providing comprehensive administrative and executive support to a busy outpatient mental health practice.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Communication and Front-Desk Functions ● Answer incoming phone calls and respond to emails promptly ● Provide clear, respectful information to current and prospective patients ● Ensure no calls or inquiries go unanswered ● Maintain…

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OtherAdministrative AssistantAdministrative & OfficeAdministration & Office Support
Role Overview
This is a full-time remote position (40 hours per week) providing comprehensive administrative and
executive support to a busy outpatient mental health practice. The successful candidate will
function as the clinic's front-line operational hub — managing communications, coordinating
schedules, and supporting growth initiatives.
The ideal candidate is independent, reliable, and motivated to build a long-term career within a
mission-driven healthcare organization.

Key Responsibilities
Patient Communication and Front-Desk Functions
● Answer incoming phone calls and respond to emails promptly
● Provide clear, respectful information to current and prospective patients
● Ensure no calls or inquiries go unanswered
● Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions

Scheduling and Care Coordination
● Schedule, reschedule, and confirm appointments
● Maintain accurate provider calendars
● Coordinate patient intake processes
● Help optimize scheduling efficiency to reduce gaps and wait times

Insurance and Administrative Support
● Assist with insurance paneling processes (preferred skill)
● Support verification and administrative documentation tasks
● Maintain organized digital records

Community Outreach Support
● Conduct outreach to hospitals, agencies, and referral partners
● Help maintain relationships that support patient referrals
● Assist with tracking outreach activities

Executive and Operational Support
● Identify workflow gaps and proactively suggest improvements
● Support administrative projects as the clinic expands
● Assist leadership with day-to-day operational needs
  • Highly independent and able to work without constant supervision
  • Empathetic, patient, and respectful with diverse populations
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Comfortable handling sensitive healthcare information
  • Reliable with strong time-management skills
  • Interested in a long-term role with growth potential
  • Experience in healthcare administration or mental health settings
  • Familiarity with insurance processes or paneling
  • Prior virtual assistant or remote administrative experience
  • Location & Eligibility

    Where is the job
    South Africa
    Remote within one country
    Who can apply
    ZA
    Listed under
    South Africa

    Listing Details

    Posted
    March 2, 2026
    First seen
    March 26, 2026
    Last seen
    May 10, 2026

    Posting Health

    Days active
    44
    Repost count
    0
    Trust Level
    51%
    Scored at
    May 10, 2026

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    Assist World
    Employees
    5
    Founded
    2022
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    Assist WorldVirtual Administrative AssistantUSD 1000–1800