Core Competencies:
- Ethics. Works with integrity; Upholds organizational values.
- Dependability. Follows instructions and responds to management direction; results-oriented and committed to achieving objectives and tasks as required.
- Teamwork and Collaboration. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive culture. Communicates effectively.
- Professionalism. Tactfully approaches others, reacts well under pressure, treats others respectfully, and is accountable for all actions and decisions.
- Organizational Support. Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports the organization’s goals and values.
- Quality Management. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Decision-Making. Analyzes each situation, looking for opportunities to make any situation more beneficial for the company. Participates effectively in communication to achieve optimum results.
- Cognitive Ability. High intelligence, problem-solving/initiative, dependability, and ability to access and navigate relevant APIs.
Key Responsibilities:
Patient Booking and Scheduling
- Manage patient bookings, rescheduling, and cancellations through Cliniko.
- Process appointment requests within the same business day.
- Ensure patient information, contact details, intake forms, and referral details are complete and accurate.
- Schedule new patients according to clinic booking procedures.
- Secure both initial assessments and follow-up appointments during new patient bookings.
- Maintain practitioner schedules by reducing gaps and improving appointment utilisation.
Patient Communication and Support
- Act as the primary responder for patient enquiries through Zeya Converse (WhatsApp).
- Respond professionally to appointment-related questions, booking requests, rescheduling needs, and cancellations.
- Resolve conversations and archive completed threads accurately.
- Ensure all patient messages have a clear action or outcome.
- Coordinate with internal team members to prevent missed or duplicated communication.
Waitlist and Lead Management
- Monitor waitlists and proactively offer available appointment slots.
- Contact waitlisted patients promptly when cancellations occur.
- Follow up with new enquiries that have not converted into bookings.
- Conduct scheduled follow-ups with potential patients at agreed intervals.
- Re-engage inactive or previous leads through appropriate communication.
Recall and Patient Retention
- Manage patient recall processes through Cliniko.
- Contact patients within required timelines after recall notifications.
- Support patient retention through timely and professional follow-up.
Records Management and Compliance
- Maintain accurate patient records in Cliniko.
- Document cancellations according to clinic procedures.
- Protect patient confidentiality and follow Singapore PDPA requirements.
- Escalate patient concerns, unusual requests, or risks to the Practice Manager.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in virtual assistance, healthcare administration, patient coordination, customer service, or appointment scheduling.
- Hands-on experience using Cliniko for patient management, appointment scheduling, patient records, recalls, and administrative workflows is highly preferred.
- Experience managing appointment systems, calendars, or client management platforms (experience with Cliniko or healthcare booking systems is an advantage).
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow structured processes.
- High attention to detail, especially when handling patient information, schedules, and records.
- Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and remain reliable in a remote environment.
- Comfortable communicating with patients professionally through messaging platforms such as WhatsApp.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to escalate issues appropriately.
- Experience working with healthcare, wellness, medical, or allied health practices is preferred.
- Understanding of confidentiality and handling sensitive patient information is highly desirable.