MPUMALANGA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH VACANCIES

​NOTE : N.B: Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible to avoid disappointments. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. In order to alleviate administration burden on HR Sections as well as considering the cost for applicants, Departments are encouraged to request certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. All posts health/engineering posts that are advertised within the Department professional registration will be required from various statutory council for shortlisted candidates. A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post that you wish to apply for. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application. No fax applications will be considered. Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign form Z 83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered. If you are currently in service, please indicate your PERSAL number at the top of form Z83. Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment. All short listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Health within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful. Please quote the correct references when applying and where possible the station / centre where the post is. www.mpuhealth.gov.za. Only Online Applications will be accepted. NB: Candidates who are not contacted within 90 DAYS after the closing date must consider their applications as having been unsuccessful. Please Note: The Department reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (People with disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications).

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CLINICAL MANAGER (MEDICAL) GRADE 1 / CEO REF NO: MPDOH/MAR/25/978 
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SALARY : R1 348 635 - R1 494 765 per annum 
CENTRE : H A Grove Hospital (Nkangala District) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate qualifications that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner (2024). A minimum of ten (10) years appropriate experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner will serve as recommendation and be an added advantage. Postgraduate management qualification will be an added advantage. Computer literacy in Microsoft Package (Word, Excel and Power Point) and a valid driver’s license. Knowledge in Administration, Finance and Supply Chain Management. Strong communication, customer management, leadership, interpersonal skills and strategic management. Problem solving, good analytical and decision-making skills. The prospective incumbent should have knowledge of good administration procedures relating to specific working environment including norms and standards. Good Planning and organizing skills. Sound clinical knowledge of and experience in the respective discipline. Knowledge of current Health and Public Service regulations and policies. Experience as a health service manager or significant experience in management in a health service environment. Valid driver’s license. Knowledge: Knowledge of relevant legislations such as National Health Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), public Service and related regulations and policies. Core-competencies: strategic capabilities and leadership, programme and project management, financial management, change management, people management and empowerment. Process Competencies: Service delivery innovation, knowledge management, problem solving and analysis, communication, client orientation and customer focus. 
 
DUTIES : Provide services as the Clinical Manager in the hospital. Manage all resources, including human resources. Co-ordinate and supervise the teaching of community servers and junior doctors in the hospital. Organize CPD sessions in the unit. Manage the outpatient clinic in the unit. Participate in quality improvement plans in the hospital. Perform after-hour duties. Ensure that medical staff also comply with PMDS and are evaluated quarterly. Overall control over the organising and inspection of health care services, identification of the needs for health care, the formulation of health care programs and the implementation thereof. Advise various committees at local and national level on medical/ health issues Ensure co-ordination of various clinical and support services. Evaluate needs for medical equipment, taking into account budget and benefits to patients. In training institutions, significant involvement in organising of examinations and teaching programmes. Community involvement and development. Development of clinical protocols and guidelines for management. To plan, direct co-ordinate and manage the efficient and delivery of clinical and administrative support services through working with the key executive management team at the hospital within the legal and regulatory framework, to represent the hospital authoritatively at provincial and public forums. To provide strategic leadership to improve operational efficiency within the health establishment to improve health outcomes. Strategic Planning: Prepare a strategic plan for the hospital to ensure that it is in line with the 10-point plan, national, provincial, regional and district plans. Financial Management: Maximize revenue through collection of all income due to the hospital, ensure that adequate policies, systems and procedure are in place to enable prudent management of financial resources, planning of financial resource mobilization, monitoring and evaluation and asset and risk management. Facility Management: Ensure business support and systems to promote optimal management of the institution as well as optimal service delivery, ensure that systems and procedures are in place to ensure planning and timeous maintenance of facilities and equipment. Human Resource Management: Develop, implement and maintain human resource management policies and guidelines, systems and procedures that will ensure effective and efficient utilization of human resources, promote a safe and healthy working environment through compliance with relevant legislation including occupation health and safety committees. Ensure continuous development and training of personnel and implement monitoring and evaluation of performance. Procurement and Management of Equipment and Supplies: Implement procurement and provisioning system that is fair, transparent, competitive and cost effective in terms of provincial delegated authority and in line with the PFMA, ensure that goods are and services are procured in a cost effective timely manner. Clinical and Corporate Governance: Oversee clinical governance to ensure high standards of patient care establish community networks and report to the Hospital Board. Responsible for corporate governance inclusive of infrastructure planning and maintenance as well as occupational health and safety, manage the institution’s risk to ensure optimal achievement of health outcomes. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga Tel No: (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT MANAGER NURSING (AREA) (PN-A7) REF NO: MPDOH/MAR/25/980 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R656 964 - R771 309 per annum 
CENTRE : KwaMhlanga Hospital (Nkangala District) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma / Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse (2025). A minimum of eight (8) years appropriate / recognizable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in general nursing. At least three (3) years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognisable experience at management level. Knowledge of the legislative and Policy framework as well as the current transformation strategies in the Public Sector. Good communication, conflict management and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Delegate, Supervise and coordinate the provision of effective and efficient patient care through adequate quality nursing care. Initiate and participate in health promotion to ensure consistent communication of relevant, accurate and comprehensive information on health care. Develop/establish and maintain constructive working relationships with nursing and other stakeholders. Participate in the analysis, formulation and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, standards, policies, PMDS, procedures, Contingency and Strategic Plans. Monitor and ensure proper utilization of human, financial and physical resources. Quality management including infection control, information management and clinical audits. Participate in the analysis, formulation and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, standards and procedures. Manage human resources. Monitor and ensure proper utilization of financial and physical resources. Implement all relevant prescripts. Manage and monitor proper utilization of human financial and material resources. Manage the budget according to PFMA. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga Tel No: (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CLINICAL TECHNOLOGIST GRADE 1: CARDIOLOGY REF NO: MPDOH/MAR/25/981 
SALARY : R376 524 – R430 512 per annum 
CENTRE : Witbank Hospital (Nkangala District) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Clinical Technology. Current registration with the HPCSA as Clinical Technologist (2025). Basic life support (BLS). A minimum of two (2) years’ Cardiac Clinical Technologist experience will be an added advantage. Grade 1: SA qualified employees: none experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of employees who performed Community Service as required in SA. Foreign qualified employees: one (1) year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of employees who performed Community Service as required in SA. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: Knowledge of both paediatric and adult diagnostic and interventional procedures. Interest in adult and paediatric echocardiography is essential and previous experience an advantage. Good communication skills both written and verbal. 
 
DUTIES : The candidate must have background in performing echocardiography and will receive instruction as required for adult and paediatric echocardiography. This will be the primary focus of the post. Previous experience in adult and paediatric echocardiography is an advantage. Provide optimal patient care. Participate in all departmental activities as required for cardiac patients. Monitor and maintain equipment. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Nomsa Maphanga Tel No: (013) 766 3207 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.