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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
 
In line with the Employment Equity Plan of the Department of Health it is our intention with this advertisement to achieve equity in the workplace by promoting equal opportunities and fair treatment in employment through the elimination of unfair discrimination.
 
NOTE : It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference.
 
OTHER POSTS
 
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POST 29/259 MANAGER: PHARMACEUTICAL SERVICES
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R1 089 693 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs)
CENTRE : Northern/Tygerberg Sub-structure
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic qualification accredited with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) that allows registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist. Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council Registration with the SAPC as a Pharmacist. Experience: A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience after registration as a Pharmacist with the SAPC. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Leadership and management experience. Training and experience in Medicine Management. Strong leadership skills with regard to management, organisation and strategic planning. Project management skills and Computer Literacy.
 
 
DUTIES : Strategic planning and implantation with clear milestone targets. Technical support to the pharmacy staff and pharmacy quality assurance. Overall leadership and co-ordination of the Pharmacy services. Ensure that Pharmacy practices are institutionalised in sub-structure and district level. In- dept knowledge of the Health Act, National Drug Policy, Pharmacy Act, World Health Organisation and relevant policies of the Department of Health. Coordinate the implementation and adherence to the GPP.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Phillips Tel No: (021) 815-8854
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs  (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 September 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 29/260 OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING: (SPECIALTY: EMERGENCY CENTRE OVERNIGHT WARD, PAEDIATRIC EC AND THUTHUZELA CENTRE)
Chief Directorate: Metro Heath Services
SALARY : R562 800 per annum (PN-B3)
CENTRE : Karl Bremer Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualifications (i.e. Degree/Diploma in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration as a Professional Nurse with the South Africa Nursing Council (SANC) as a General Nurse and Midwife/Accoucheur. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care: General. Registration with a professional council: Proof of 2021registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife/Accoucheur. Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification as mentioned above. Inherent requirements of the job: Will be required to work shifts (day and night), weekends and public holidays. Will be required to do after hour hospital cover. Valid Code (B/EB) drivers’ license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Basic computer literacy. Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to this nursing specialty within the public sector. Ability to promote quality patient care through the setting, implementation and monitoring of standards. Ability to function independently as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Effective communication, interpersonal, leadership, decision making, and conflict resolution and labour relations skills. Good organisational skills and the ability to function under pressure.
 
DUTIES : Planning, manage, co-ordinate and maintain an optimal, specialised Nursing Services as an Operational Manager in an Emergency Centre setting. Effective management and utilisation of Human and Financial Resources to ensure optimal operational function in the units. Initiate, co-ordinate and participate in training, development and research within the nursing department. Relief Emergency Centre and High Care Unit Operational Managers. Relief supervisor. Deliver a support service to the Nursing Service and the institution. Maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth and self-development.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms E Linden-Mars Tel No: (021) 918-1224
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 September 2021
 
 
 
 
POST 29/261 OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (SPECIALTY PSYCHIATRY)
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R562 800 per annum (PN-B3)
CENTRE : Stikland Hospital (New Beginnings)
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. degree/diploma in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science in terms of R212. Registration with a professional council: Current Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the above experience must be in psychiatry after obtaining the 1-year qualification in Advanced Psychiatric Nursing Science. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid code B/EB driver’s license. Willingness to work shifts and standby duties. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and
Power Point). Excellent verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
DUTIES : Implement an effective and efficient recovery and psychosocial rehabilitation programme (PSR) for the three Units. Implement an efficient quality improvement programme. Implement effective and efficient Resource management i.e. human, health technology, financial and physical. Manage development and training programmes for nursing and related staff. Overall Management of the nursing component, including home-based carers/cleaners in all three units. Provide leadership, supervision and direction for the provision of improved patient centred care in the three New Beginnings Units.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Njongonkulu Tel No: (021) 910 5360
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 September 2021
 
 
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POST 29/262 PROFESSIONAL NURSE: GRADE 1 TO 2 (SPECIALTY: MATERNITY)
Overberg District
SALARY : Grade 1: R383 226 per annum, (PN-B1)
Grade 2: R471 333 per annum (PN-B2)
CENTRE : Hermanus Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife. Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic Nursing qualification with the SANC as mentioned above. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, day/night duty, weekends and public holidays. Also be prepared to assist in other nursing units as the operational needs requires. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication and interpersonal skills. Planning and organisational skills. Proficient in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of Legislation and Policies of the Department of Health relevant to clinical practice.
 
DUTIES : Provide optimal, holistic specialised nursing care within set standards and professional/legal framework. Manage and monitor the effective utilisation of human, financial and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Participate in training, research and implementation of the department`s values. Provide Support to Nursing Services and the Institution. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Spandeel Tel No: (028) 313-5293
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. “Candidates who are not in possession of the required qualifications will be appointed into the general stream, and they will be required to obtain the necessary qualifications within a predetermined period of time. “Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted with their job application/on appointment. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 September 2021
 
 
 
 
POST 29/263 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PLANNING & COMMISSIONING UNIT
SALARY : R376 596 per annum
CENTRE : Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate 3-year National Diploma/Degree. Experience: Appropriate experience in the various facets of infrastructure development and project management. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and understanding of hospital systems, procedures and protocols. Communication skills (written and verbal) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Ability to function effectively as part of a team and independently. Knowledge of lines of communication within Western Cape Government.
 
DUTIES : Co-ordinate and facilitate the planning of infrastructure projects. Co-ordinate, facilitate and monitor the progress of all projects to completion. Maintain the reference library of all hospital plans and associated documents. Management of the allocation of space on the Hospital premises.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr K Chauhan Tel No: (021) 658-5416
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 September 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 29/264 INDUSTRIAL TECHNICIAN: GENERAL ENGINEERING (PRODUCTION)
Directorate: Health Technology (Clinical Engineering, based at Goodwood, Life Support Unit)
SALARY : R257 508 per annum
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: National Diploma (T or N or S stream) Electronics / Electrical – light Current or Mechatronics or Mechanical or Biomedical or registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a professional Engineering Technician. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid Code (B/EB) drivers’ license and competent to drive. Willing to work overtime, stay away and travel throughout the Western Cape Province. Experience: Experience with repair and maintenance to Life Support and related medical equipment or demonstrate an aptitude for this type work. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent ability to fault find and repair down to component level. Practical hands-on experience with repair of Life Support equipment. Computer literate. Good written and verbal communication.
 
DUTIES : Completing task with time limits. Liaising with clients with regard to information and work progress. Ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act. Prioritising work and consideration of operational requirements and assist with training of staff and operators. Requesting of parts and service via LOGIS system. Maintaining of Maintenance Management and internal records. Write reports and assist with specifications. To carry out maintenance, repairs and installation of Life Support and related medical equipment. Visit institutions to maintain service routes and preventative maintenance schedules.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Njamela/ Mr L Ngubane Tel No: (021) 590-5013
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 September 2021
 
 


POST 29/265 LINEN SUPERVISOR
(Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services)
SALARY : R145 281 per annum
CENTRE : Paarl Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: General Education and Training (GETC) / grade 9 (Std 7). Experience: Appropriate supervisory and practical experience in a hospital. Appropriate experience in linen/laundry service. Appropriate clerical experience. Inherent requirements of the job: Ability and willingness to work after hours / work weekends and public holidays if need arise. Physical fit. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to achieve and maintain good interpersonal relations with staff and the service provider. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and writing) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Ability to interpret the Western Cape Hospital Linen management policy. Knowledge of stock and infection control. Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel and Outlook).
 
DUTIES : Responsible for overall planning, control, organising, performing and coordinating al tasks related to linen management and be part of the pre-condemning of hospital linen Supervise and manage personnel in their performance, as well as all other administrative duties and human resource related duties (i.e. staff performance, grievances and discipline). Liaise with various internal departments regarding hospital linen matters and be part of the pre-condemning of hospital linen. Correct handling and perform all aspects of soiled and clean linen Conduct linen audits. Monitor contractual obligations in terms of the outsourced contracted hospital linen service provider.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms GP Storm Tel No: (021) 860-2844
APPLICATIONS : To the Chief Executive Officer: Paarl Hospital, Private Bag x3012, Paarl, 7620.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr K Cornelissen
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 September 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 29/266 DRIVER (LIGHT DUTY VEHICLE)
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R102 534 per annum
CENTRE : Helderberg Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy. Experience: Appropriate experience in transporting of staff as well as goods and services. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid Code 08 (B or EB) driver’s license (New credit card license is compulsory). Willingness to work shifts and night duty. Willingness to work overtime. Willingness to perform standby duties. Competencies (knowledge/skills): The ability to communicate effectively. Ability to work under pressure. The ability to read, speak and write in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of Transport Circular U2 33-2009. The ability to accept accountability and responsibility and to work independently and unsupervised.
 
DUTIES : Transport personnel goods and services from one point to another. Perform standby duties after-hours (including weekends) and work shifts including night shift. Responsible for completion of vehicle log sheets. Assist Transport Officer with basic administrative and general tasks. Responsible for basic maintenance of vehicles (cleaning, reporting of defects, take vehicles for services and repairs, etc). Effective support to supervisor & colleagues.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Joubert Tel No: (021) 850-4750
APPLICATIONS : The Chief Executive Officer: Helderberg Hospital, Private Bag X2, Somerset West, 7129.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms JL Julies
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 September 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 29/267 LINEN STORES ASSISTANT 5/8TH POST
(Overberg District)
SALARY : R64 083 (5/8th) per annum
CENTRE : Hermanus Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy. Experience: Appropriate Hospital/Clinic or other Health Facility laundry experience. Inherent requirement of the job: Ability to work with heavy duty Laundry/cleaning equipment. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to work with heavy duty Laundry/cleaning equipment. Basic knowledge of infection control and safety procedures of a Laundry/Hospital environment. Basic knowledge in the correct methods of handling, sorting and counting of linen. Basic knowledge in washing and sluicing of linen. Ability to communicate effectively in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Must be able to count well.
 
DUTIES : Accurate recording of all incoming and outgoing linen on a daily basis to hospital, clinics and EMS services. Correct handling, receiving and dispatch of soiled and clean linen to the wards and clinic according to internal protocol and infection control measures. Cleaning of laundry and laundry equipment on a daily basis. Follow and adhere to Health and Safety Regulations. Render a support service to supervisor.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr NK Adams Tel No: (028) 313-5204
APPLICATIONS : To the Director: Overberg District Office, Private Bag X10, Caledon, 7230.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms A Kriel
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 03 September 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 29/268 CLEANER (5/8TH POST)
(Overberg District)
SALARY : R64 083 (5/8th) per annum
CENTRE : Gansbaai Clinic, Overstrand Sub-district
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy skills. Experience: Appropriate cleaning experience in a hospital/ clinic environment. Inherent requirements for the job Physically able to lift and move heavy objects. Ability to operate machinery and equipment. Good interpersonal skills. Relief duties in other departments when necessary, perform overtime and night duty. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of the correct methods of handling and disposal of refuse/waste products and adherence to policy and cleaning practices. Excellent communication Skills (verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages in the Western Cape.
 
DUTIES : Provide a clean, hygienic and safe environment within the Hospital.ie (sweeping, scrubbing, refuse removal, High dusting, mopping, polishing, cleaning Hospital grounds, cleaning of windows and walls). Effective and efficient utilisation and storage of cleaning material and equipment. Adhere to safety precautions and ensure adherence to occupational health and safety policies. Maintain a high standard of neatness and hygiene in the facility. Ensure correct and cost-effective usage of all equipment and stocks.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms MA Samuels Tel No: (028) 313-5200
APPLICATIONS : To the Director: Overberg District Office, Private Bag X10, Caledon, 7230
FOR ATTENTION : Ms A Kriel