Liesel Coetzer
Practice administration and management professional
About
Practice administration and management professional with strong experience in medical and dental environments. Skilled in front-office operations, diary management, patient communication, billing support, credit control, and medical aid liaison. Known for reliable follow-through, professional service, and improving daily workflows under pressure.
Experience
Practice Management and Administration - Dr F Fish
(2021-01)
- Oversee reception and daily practice administration
- Manage diary, bookings, cancellations, and patient follow-ups
- Handle credit control and payment follow-ups
- Maintain patient records, files, and general correspondence
- Support practice management tasks and operational needs
- Improved debtor follow-up process
- Created a consistent booking and reminder routine
- Handled sensitive patient matters professionally
Dental Nurse - Medicross Benoni
(2016-01 - 2021-12)
- Managed bookings, quotations, and patient communication
- Handled correspondence between patients and medical aids
- Supported smooth in-practice operations and patient flow
- Assisted with general administration as required
Admin, Dental Assistant, Laboratory Support - Prognos Medical Centre
(2008-01 - 2015-12)
- Front desk administration with patients and suppliers
- Medical aid authorisations and benefits checks
- Payment processing and patient account queries
- Patient communication and appointment control
- Laboratory support (mouthguards, bite blocks, trays, study models)
Reception, Admin, Accounts - Colin Tromp Radiators
(2003-01 - 2006-12)
Accounting and Admin (Part-time) - Genbolt Engineering
General Admin Clerk - Hillbank Motor Corporation
(2002-01 - 2003-12)
Stock Controller - Hayfields Medicross
(1997-01 - 2002-12)
Education
Matric - Hoërskool Brandwag