Patient Engagement Specialist, South Africa

2 months ago


Cape Town, South Africa Careers at Eucalyptus Full time

Healthcare is usually slow and boring. We believe in its potential to be exciting and entertaining. But changing the healthcare experience is hard - and we're gonna need all the help we can get

**About Eucalyptus**

**Eucalyptus** (or 'Euc' for short) is an Australian founded digital healthcare company that is on a mission to solve the world's biggest healthcare challenges - think fertility, and behavioural change around chronic conditions such as weight loss, diabetes, and mental health.

**What we have achieved so far**

Launched 5 demographically tailored brands and facilitated over 1 million medical consultations worldwide (Juniper, Pilot, Kin, Software, & Compound).

Built a team of approaching 500 Eucalypts in 6 countries () consisting of medical practitioners, engineers, operators and many more functions

Raised over US$100M funding from the same investors who backed Canva, Uber, and AirBnB.

In just over 2 years we have grown the Juniper UK brand, which is now our biggest brand globally

and we're just getting started Read more about our mission to change healthcare here.

**What's Next?**

In the UK we are continuing to grow with ambitions to triple our business by the end of the year

To achieve this, we are continuously building our team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about healthcare, willing to work hard, and committed to investing in others through direct and honest feedback. This collaborative and proactive approach enables us to make impactful changes, improving the health of millions of patients globally.

**About The Role (What You'll Be Doing)**

The primary responsibility of the Patient Engagement Specialist is to drive health and business outcomes by providing high-quality support to our patients through outbound phone conversations before they join the programme.

Healthcare is one of the last industries to experience a digital revolution. To help earn the right to treat their condition digitally, a human touch can accelerate a relationship of trust. These interactions add depth to the patient experience and enable higher-touch healthcare. We are looking for someone with customer service and/or sales experience to set the standard of greatness and rapidly learn, iterate and give us conviction on patient engagement best practices.

You will be the voice of the patients to drive product, and process improvements, share insights and collaborate with the wider teams in Eucalyptus. Your role will be essential in communicating with other teams to ensure each patient feels heard and their unique needs are met.

**Responsibilities**
- Make outbound calls to patients throughout their treatment lifecycle to increase conversion from one stage to another;
- Make the complex simple for our patients by solving their problems and handling their objections;
- Assist in improving our conversion processes so that we can scale the engine across the world/to other brands;
- Summarise patient sentiment, and escalate bugs to other parts of the growth team to create a more cohesive patient experience.

**About you (Who you are)**

**Skills And Mindset**
- At least 2+ years of customer service or retail experience (bonus points for outbound/inbound sales experience)
- Proactivity to find problems and solve them in an efficient, customer-focused manner.
- Great numerical skills like understanding metrics, and conversion rates;
- Naturally empathetic, reliable, and caring.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are a must, and the ability to use a range of tones of voice to interact with customers;
Bonus points if you have experience in the healthcare space, allied services or a keen interest in health & wellness

**Why you should join Euc**
- **Our teams are incredibly passionate** - Our talent bar is high and our work ethic is strong. You'll get to stretch yourself everyday and work amongst people who care deeply about our patients. You'll be given autonomy to tackle interesting problems and receive regular feedback from a supportive team
- **We move at incredible speed** - You'll work with team mates who build in the open by sharing their work freely, this helps us learn and iterate quickly so we can deliver high quality outcomes faster than our competitors. You'll **spend a lot of time outside of your comfort zone learning and iterating frequently, we wouldn't have it any other way
- **We will invest in your career** - You'll get access to mentors and buddies to ensure that you have the support you need to level up. You can expect regular performance and pay reviews as your career grows.
- **We are all owners** - Your ideas will be valued regardless of your role, you will have ownership over the projects you work on which will feel both terrifying but extremely fulfilling
- At Eucalyptus, we value individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we embrace the unique qualities each person brings. When you apply, please let us know of any reasonable adjustm


  • Procurement Specialist

    6 months ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Teleperformance South Africa Full time

    **The Opportunity** The Procurement Specialist for South Africa is a hands-on member of the TPUK Group Procurement team and will additional take direction and have support from the local business lead - Head of Finance South Africa. He/She will deliver value by strategically and tactically purchasing goods and services, with appropriate quality, at the...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Intercare Group South Africa Full time

    Job Title : Dental Support SpecialistAt Intercare Group South Africa, we are seeking a highly skilled Dental Support Specialist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and supporting the dental profession.

  • Phlebotomy Specialist

    3 weeks ago


    Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hamadi Laboratories Full time

    Company OverviewHamadi Laboratories is a leading healthcare provider in South Africa, dedicated to delivering high-quality medical services to our patients.SalaryWe offer a competitive salary of R250,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and qualifications.Job DescriptionAs a Phlebotomy Specialist at Hamadi Laboratories, you will play a critical role...

  • Public Relations

    4 months ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Teleperformance South Africa Full time

    **Job Title**: Public Relations & Stakeholder Engagement **Company**: Teleperformance SA **Location**: South Africa **About Teleperformance SA**: Teleperformance SA is a leading Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) company focused on providing exceptional customer experiences. We are dedicated to maintaining positive relationships with media, stakeholders,...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Intercare Group South Africa Full time

    Job Title: Healthcare Professional - Patient Care SpecialistA challenging opportunity has arisen for a skilled and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team at Tygervalley Sub-Acute Hospital in the Western Cape, Cape Town.About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. As a key...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Mediclinic Vergelegen Full time

    Established in 1983, Mediclinic Vergelegen is a leading private hospital and medical facility in Somerset West, South Africa.The salary for this position will be approximately R1,200,000 to R1,500,000 per annum, depending on experience.About the JobThis is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced Gastroenterologist to join our dynamic...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Teleperformance South Africa Full time

    **Position Overview**: The Public Relations & Stakeholder Engagement role is responsible for managing the company's public relations efforts, building stakeholder relationships, and positioning Teleperformance SA as a leader in the industry. This position requires strong communication skills, a deep understanding of the BPO industry, and the ability to...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa WSP in Africa Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Environmental Planning Specialist to join our team in Cape Town, South Africa.About the RoleAs a Senior Environmental Planning Specialist, you will play a key role in providing expert support on environmental projects, including environmental authorisation procedures, stakeholder engagement, and compliance auditing.Key...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Starbucks South Africa Full time

    Join Our Team as a Social Media Specialist at Starbucks South Africa! Are you a creative, energetic, and passionate social media guru? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love connecting with people online? If so, Starbucks South Africa wants YOU to be our next Social Media Specialist! About the Role: As a Social Media Specialist, you will be...

  • Engagement Director

    2 months ago


    Cape Town, South Africa Axis Data Full time

    Axis Data is a US-based advanced data engineering and analytics consulting firm, and a certified partner of Palantir. We help clients implement and support the most advanced data operations platform: Palantir Foundry Role Overview: As an Engagement Director at Axis Data, you will lead the engagement between our customers and our engineers, analyzing...


  • Cape Town, South Africa South Pole Full time

    South Pole is an energetic, global company offering comprehensive sustainability solutions and services. With offices spanning all continents across the globe, we strive to create a sustainable society and economy that positively impacts our climate, ecosystems and developing communities. With our solutions, we inspire and enable our customers to create...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Empact Group Southern Africa Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Service Excellence Specialist to join our team at Empact Group Southern Africa.The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering exceptional patient experiences, with a strong background in supervising and managing staff effectively.In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operational issues,...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Intercare Group South Africa Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Enrolled Nurse to join our team at Intercare Group South Africa. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest quality patient care.Key ResponsibilitiesCritical Outputs: Collaborate with medical practitioners to provide pre-screening, treatment, and care to patients; assist...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Stonehage Fleming Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Compliance Specialist to join our team in South Africa. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a key role in ensuring our organization's compliance with regulatory requirements.


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Salt South Africa Full time

    Job Title: Accounting Operations SpecialistSalt South Africa is seeking a highly skilled Accounting Operations Specialist to join their team. This role is ideal for an individual with a strong background in finance and accounting, looking to take their career to the next level.Estimated Salary: R550,000 - R650,000 per annum (depending on experience)About the...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Empact Group Southern Africa Full time

    Job Overview:We are seeking an experienced Patient Experience Manager to join our team at Empact Group Southern Africa. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the patient experience, aligning with sector strategies and contract requirements.About the Role:The Patient Experience Manager will report to the Project Manager or Catering Manager and...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Mediclinic Vergelegen Full time

    Physician (Nephrologist) OpportunityMediclinic Southern Africa is seeking dynamic and talented doctors to join our team of specialists across South Africa and Namibia.We offer exciting private practice opportunities to physicians who are ready to take on a challenging and fulfilling role with one of the country's foremost private healthcare brands.The ideal...


  • Cape Town, South Africa Amazon Commercial Services (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd Full time

    Either 5+ years of prior work experience in a related area OR 2+ years of prior work experience and an L.L.B. or another equivalent international law degree - Undergraduate university law degree - Experience conducting legal research and preparing related written guidance - Ability to review sensitive content and make appropriate policy recommendations -...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa MoonsGate Capital Ltd TA Engineuity Global Full time

    Job Title: Telemedicine Patient Care SpecialistAbout the Role:As a Telemedicine Patient Care Coordinator at MoonsGate Capital Ltd T/A Engineuity Global, you will play a pivotal part in delivering exceptional support to patients utilizing our client's telemedicine services. This role entails providing empathetic customer service, attentively addressing...


  • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Amazon Development Centre (South Africa) (Proprietary) Limited Full time

    About AmazonAmazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that's why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a...