WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

 
DUTIES : Scientific support (Clinical radiobiology, laboratory, protocol review and clinical audits). Administration and management (Health and safety, laboratory operations, training programs). Teaching and research (Student teaching & supervision, research project development, data collection, analysis and dissemination).
 
ENQUIRIES : Prof J Parkes Tel No: (021) 404-4265
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 : 26 February 2021
 
 
 
 
POST 05/228 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (PRIMARY HEALTH CARE)
Garden Route District
SALARY : R562 800 per annum (plus a non-pensionable rural allowance of 8% of the basic salary).
CENTRE : Dysseldorp/De Rust Cluster
 
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. Post-basic qualification with duration of at least 1-year Diploma in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care accredited with the SANC (R48). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife. Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification as mentioned above. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license and willingness to travel. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (MS Office). Information Management with regard to PHC indicators. Quality Assurance knowledge. COPC Principles and implementation.
 
DUTIES : Effective integrated execution and management of all clinical programmes (i.e. Acute, Chronic, Woman- and Child Health and TB/HIV/AIDS/STI). Effective management of support services which includes: Information Management with regard to data collection, verification, report writing and submission of data. Human Resource Management i.e. supervision of staff, development and performance management, Finance and Supply Chain Management to ensure effective budgeting and control, control over infrastructure, maintenance and security. Liaise with relevant stakeholders. Effective communication with all levels of service delivery. Facilitation and implementation of COPC.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Matyhila Tel No: (044) 203-7205
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 : 26 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 05/229 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING: GRADE 1 (GENERAL)
Garden Route District
SALARY : Grade 1: R444 276 per annum (PN-A3)
CENTRE : Harry Comay Hospital, George Sub-district
 
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 Professional Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work overtime, night duty and weekends as required. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good managerial, supervisory, basic computer and decision-making skills. Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge and insight of legislation and policies, relevant to current nursing practice within the Public Service. Disciplinary and conflict management skills.
 
DUTIES : Provide management support, guidance and direction to personnel under her/his supervision towards the realisation of strategic goals and objectives of the Nursing Division. Co-ordinate the proper utilisation of physical, human and financial resources in accordance with legislation and policies. Participate in health promotion and illness prevention initiatives and contribute to their evaluation. Maintain constructive working relationships with nursing personnel and other stakeholders (multi-disciplinary teamwork). Function as a health care professional according to the applicable norms and standards.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms LB Geweld Tel No: (044) 814-1117
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 : 26 February 2021
 

 
 
POST 05/230 : SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Overberg District
SALARY : R316 791 per annum
CENTRE : Caledon Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate 3 Year National Diploma/Degree. Experience: Appropriate experience in Human Resources administration (i.e. Salary Administration, Service Conditions, Personnel Management, PERSAL and Recruitment and Selection). Appropriate experience in Supervision. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound practical knowledge and experience of the PERSAL system, knowledge of the Public Service Act and regulations, various OSD’s, Human Resource Policies, Resolutions and Agreements. Ability to ensure compliance and identify irregularities in the application of human resource policies and practices by means of analytical and innovative thinking. Good verbal, as well as written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape to ensure effective report-writing. Computer skills (MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
 
DUTIES : Adherence to and correct application of all transversal personnel practices, policies and procedures, including all employment practices, Conditions of Service and Terminations, SPMS, Establishment Administration and Recruitment and Selection. Render a support and advisory service with regard to Personnel Administration and Human Resource Management. Monitor compliance to HR policies. Manage and supervise the general staff office including the development of HR Officials. Identify training areas of need and implement training programmes and information sessions on existing and new policies. Ensure HR compliance and rectification of Auditor-General reports, Internal Auditors reports, as well as HRM Advisory Services Compliance Reports. Co-ordinate Labour relations and People Development (HRD) functions.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Fudu Tel No: (028) 212-1070
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 : 26 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 05/231 : CASE MANAGER
SALARY : R316 791 per annum
CENTRE : Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: A health-related qualification (or equivalent) registrable with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) or South African Nursing Council (SANC). Experience: Appropriate experience in Case Management or in a clinical environment. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to link patient diagnosis (ICD1O Coding) with procedure codes. Knowledge of the Uniform patient Fee Schedule (UPFS) and ability to perform clinical audits of patient accounts. Good verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to act independently, objectively and with confidence. Computer literate (Microsoft Office). Ability to work under pressure, handle a high work volume and meet strict deadlines. Knowledge of the Medical Scheme Act 131 of 1998 and relevant PMB Regulations. Clinical background will serve as an advantage.
 
DUTIES : Manage the workflow and personnel of the Case Management department. Manage and implement Case Management policies, protocols and procedures in the hospital. Liaise with Funders and Managed care organisations and Administrators with regards to MHC policies, protocols, optimal fund utilisation, clinical information diagnostic and procedural coding. Conduct clinical audits of patients' accounts and ensure clinical auditing of the account controllers is accurate. Complete queries/requests of the Medical Scheme follow-up section timeously. Queries will include drafting of motivational letters where possible, obtaining authorisation, concurrent review of patient clinical information, i.e. length of stay, level of care, clinical coding and PMB. Provide Case management statistics on a weekly/monthly basis. Provide quotations to all patient classifications.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Jooste Tel No: (021) 938-4140
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. This post will not be linked to any of Occupation Specific Dispensations. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a practical test. Please note that the duration for the completion of the qualification should be a minimum of one year and should include anatomy and physiology.
 
CLOSING DATE : 26 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 05/232 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SUPPORT (TRANSPORT)
Garden Route District
SALARY : R173 703 per annum
CENTRE : Oudtshoorn Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Senior certificate (or equivalent).Experience: Appropriate experience in transport, registry and supervisory. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license and willingness to travel. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy, MS Office packages. Electronic processing of operational statistics. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Good verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
 
DUTIES : Monitor and Maintenance of GG transport. Handling of all GG accidents reports and losses. Perform inspections at institutions. Effective registry procedures. Maintenance of filling and record control system. Effective support with finance functions.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr SR Papa Tel No: (044) 203-7203
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 : 26 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 05/233 : FOOD SERVICES SUPERVISOR
Central Karoo District
SALARY : R145 281 per annum
CENTRE : Prince Albert Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) /grade 9 (Std 7) (Attach proof). Experience: Appropriate Food Service Experience in an Industrial Food Services Unit, within a Hospital setting. Appropriate supervisory experience. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver’s license (Attach proof). Willingness to work shifts (weekends and public holidays). Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound communication (read, speak and write) and numerical skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge and skills with regards to the operational procedures in an Industrial Food Services Unit. Knowledge of WCHD Food Service Policy and monitoring process, hygiene, occupational health, HACCP and safety principles and the incumbent must be able to work according to rules and standards and meet deadlines. Ability to effectively multi-task, function independently and under pressure. Computer literate in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and Outlook) (Attach proof or mention it in the CV).
 
DUTIES : Implement standard menu, production planning and correct procedures for receipt, storage, preparation, portioning and distribution of food. Implement, maintain and effectively supervise safety and security measures as well as hygiene and infection control. Implement and maintain and effective food services financial management system to ensure that food expenditure remains within the budget. HR relative matters which include, compiling of duty rosters, keeping of statistics, leave planning, disciplinary process, allocating tasks, coordinating work schedules and SPMS. Relief Housekeeping Supervisor when on leave with full responsibility for his/her duties.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Frolick Tel No: (023) 541-1300
APPLICATIONS : The District Manager: Garden Route District Office, Private Bag X6592, George, 6530.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms S Pienaar
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may be required to undertake a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 26 February 2021

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POST 05/234 : CLEANER
Garden Route District
SALARY : R102 534 per annum
CENTRE : De Rust Clinic, Oudtshoorn Sub-district
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy. Experience. Appropriate cleaning experience, cleaning in a clinic/hospital/health environment will be a further advantage. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Basic writing and literacy skills. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to lift/move heavy equipment and supplies.
 
DUTIES : General cleaning and maintenance of cleaning equipment. Dusting, sweeping, polishing, scrubbing and mopping of floors/passages/furniture, emptying of dustbins and sorting of soiled linen according to correct cleaning procedures. Effective use of cleansing agents and stock. Responsible for general hygienic and safe environment. Handling of cleaning equipment. Elementary stock control. Relief duties in other departments when necessary.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Engelbrecht Tel No: (044) 271-2057
APPLICATIONS : The District Manager: Garden Route District Office, Private Bag X6592, George, 6530.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms S Pienaar
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 26 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 05/235 : HOUSEHOLD AID
Garden Route District
SALARY : R102 534 per annum
CENTRE : Mossel Bay Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy. Experience: Appropriate experience as a household aid in a health environment. Inherent requirements of the job: The ability to do physical tasks and operate heavy duty cleaning and household equipment. Render a shift service on weekends and public holidays, day and night duty. Rotate in wards according to the needs of the service. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Basic knowledge of cleaning procedures and the cleaning equipment. Ability to communicate in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
DUTIES : Responsible for cleaning duties in wards, refuse handling. Linen management and maintenance of general neatness and hygiene in the area. Effective and safe handling and storage of equipment. Serving of meals and beverages to patients on ward level. Promotion of Quality assurance, Infection Control and Occupational Health and Safety within the Department. Attend in-service training appropriate to services delivery and optimal support to the supervisor and colleagues.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms JA Mahlangu Tel No: (044) 604-6106
APPLICATIONS : The District Manager: Garden Route District Office, Private Bag X 6592, George, 6530.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms S Pienaar
 
CLOSING DATE : 26 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 05/236 : TRADESMAN AID
Garden Route District
SALARY : R102 534 per annum
CENTRE : Mossel Bay Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic literacy (ability to read, write and basic numeracy skills). Experience: Appropriate experience to carry out maintenance tasks. Appropriate experience in the handling of workshop tools. Inherent requirement of the job: Physically able to do hard manual labour. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to do overtime and standby duties. Ability to read and write written instructions. Good communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
DUTIES : Assist with the maintenance of buildings and equipment. Assist with installation of equipment and other items. Undertake a variety of general duties such as physical movement and delivery of equipment and furniture and gardening. Assist with other support functions of a workshop as well as control of tools. Cleaning of workshop and clean areas where work has been carried out.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr PL van Niekerk Tel No: (044) 604-6116
APPLICATIONS : The District Manager: Garden Route District Office, Private Bag X 6592, George, 6530.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms S Pienaar
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 26 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 05/237 : FOOD SERVICE AID
Central Karoo District
SALARY : R102 534 per annum
CENTRE : Prince Albert Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy (Abet level 1) (Attach proof). Experience: Appropriate experience in an Industrial Food Service Unit, within a Hospital setting. Inherent requirements of the job: Ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. The incumbent must be strong enough to lift heavy objects and be on their feet the entire day. Competencies (knowledge/skills): The ability to work in a group and to work under pressure. Knowledge of HACCP, national guidelines on safe preparation, storage and handling of powdered infant formula for Health Facilities and Home Environment and Health and Safety policies. Knowledge of basic cleaning and maintenance of equipment used in the Food Service Unit. Ability to read, speak and write in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Ability to operate machinery and equipment used in domestic and hospital cleaning services. Computer Literacy and driver’s license will be an advantage.
 
DUTIES : Prepare and distribute milk feeds to the wards, according to prescribed standardised recipes and the standard operation plan, and temperature control during the various processes. Assist with the receipt, storage and stock control of food supplies. Maintain record keeping and statistics of Food Service Unit. Pre-prepare, prepare, dish up and distribute normal and special diets. Follow and maintain general hygiene and safety directives in the food service unit, including for the use of apparatus and equipment, and washing of crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils. Maintain safety measures for apparatus and equipment and report broken apparatus and equipment. Assist with the informal in-service training of new employees.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Frolick Tel No: (023) 541-1300
APPLICATIONS : The District Manager: Garden Route District Office, Private Bag X6592, George, 6530.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms S Pienaar
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates may be required to undertake a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 26 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
POST 05/238 : CLEANER
Central Karoo District
SALARY : R102 534 per annum
CENTRE : Prince Albert Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy (Attach proof). Experience: Appropriate experience in the field of domestic and hospital cleaning services. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts (weekends and public holidays) and willingness to be trained and relief personnel in other departments as the need arises (CSSD, Workshop, Laundry, Kitchen) etc. Physically fit and able to lift and or move heavy objects and supplies. Valid driver’s license will be an advantage (Attach proof). Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication skills (read, speak and write) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Good Interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the correct methods of handling and disposal of refuse /waste products and adherence to policy and cleaning practices. Ability to operate machinery and equipment. Knowledge of Legislation and policies of the Department of Health relevant to clinical practise. Ability to operate machinery and equipment used in domestic and hospital cleaning services.
 
DUTIES : General cleaning, housekeeping and maintenance (i.e. dust, sweep, polish, scrub, mop, clean windows/walls/equipment/machinery and refuse removal. Ensure effective Waste Management, Linen control Laundry and Food services Effective and efficient utilization and storage of cleaning material and equipment. Provide optimal support to the supervisor and colleagues with general housekeeping duties and services. Adhering to general hygienic and safe environment in terms of standards and procedures.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Frolick Tel No: (023) 541-1300
APPLICATIONS : The District Manager: Garden Route District Office, Private Bag X6592, George, 6530.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms S Pienaar
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 26 February 2021