Organisation: Mwaiwathu Private Hospital

Position: Receptionist

Location: Blantyre, Malawi (Along Chileka Road)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Application Deadline: 5th August 2026

OVERVIEW

Mwaiwathu Private Hospital invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Receptionist tenable at the Hospital along Chileka Road in Blantyre.

POSITION CONTEXT

Reporting to the Client Services Supervisor, the Receptionist will be the first point of contact for the hospital by welcoming clients, registering patients, verifying clients' details, and providing general assistance at the front desk.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To welcome clients at the Front Desk.
• To register patients as they come into the hospital.
• To keep the reception area clean and tidy.
• To book appointments effectively.
• To ensure zero errors by verifying patient data.
• To ensure that claim forms are duly completed.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of a Certificate in Front Office Management or Hospitality Management.
• Must have a good MSCE certificate preferably with a credit in English and Mathematics.
• Must have at least two years' experience in a similar role.
• Ability to speak Portuguese fluently will be an added advantage.

REQUISITE KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Good command of English and fluency in other Malawian local languages.
• Must be a self-starter, proactive and honest.
• Be able to handle confidential information.
• Ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested and qualifying candidates should submit their application indicating a minimum gross/net monthly salary, enclosing a detailed Curriculum Vitae with names and contacts of at least three credible referees and active e-mail addresses, and copies of relevant certificates by Wednesday, 5th August 2026 to:

By Post:

The Chief Executive Officer

Mwaiwathu Private Hospital Limited

P.O. Box 3067

BLANTYRE, Malawi

By Email: vacancies@mwaiwathuhospital.com