WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Competencies (knowledge/skills): The candidate must have an excellent track record of clinical and education skills at postgraduate level. The candidate must be able to provide academic leadership across the Metro East platform and in Tygerberg Hospital. The candidate needs to stimulate and apply clinical research in the day-to day working environment and be able to supervise postgraduate research projects. Good managerial and analytical and clinical problem-solving skills are essential. The candidate should have the clinical skills to handle complex maternal and foetal medicine cases; must have insight into challenges in Health Care in South Africa and Africa, as well as diversity, transformation, and equity. Ability to function well in a team environment, with good inter-personal skills. A proven track record of either high-level postgraduate educational skills, preferably on a national level, or a strong research track record. Sufficient clinical skills to handle a large clinical workload, training, and supervision of under- and postgraduate students (registrars) as well as fellows in MFM.
 
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Provide comprehensive clinical, ultrasound and foetal medicine services in Tygerberg Hospital with clinical governance of MFM across Metro East. This would include taking on a leadership position in the MFM portfolio, and role in the ultrasound unit of the department. Provide academic leadership in teaching, training, and research, manage the human resources and equipment needs of the unit. Leadership and mentorship of all junior staff, including nursing staff when applicable, as well as staff performance management for the unit. Collaborative engagement with anaesthetics, critical care, internal medicine, human genetics, neonatology and neonatal surgery and related disciplines. Build and maintain Departmental team spirit and development.
 
ENQUIRIES : Prof MH Botha at Tel No: (021) 938-9209 or Tel No: (021) 938-4661, or E-mail mhbotha@sun.ac.za
APPLICATION : 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 : 16 July 2021
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
Head Office, Cape Town
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs).
CENTRE : Directorate: Information Management
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: A relevant undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) as recognized by SAQA with at least 6 years’ experience at Middle/Senior management level. Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Services (Candidates not in possession of this entry requirement can still apply but is requested to register for the course and complete as such as no appointment can be made in the absence thereof. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/. All costs associated hereof will be the responsibility of the applicant). Experience: Experience in IT in a health system setting is strongly recommended. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Strong business orientation with broad experience in managing Information Technology related activities. Skilled at identifying and evaluating new technological developments and determining their appropriateness for application and the re-engineering of business processes. Ability to implement internal systems and controls. Ability to prepare and align Business priorities and needs with appropriate Information Technology solutions. Sound knowledge of current operational Health Information Systems. A high level of computer literacy. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to work co-operatively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels of authority.
 
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Establish and maintain an IT governance system within national and provincial prescripts and provide an integrated Departmental IT support service. Understanding and documenting the corporate and service needs by developing user and functional specifications for IT solutions. Oversight of in-house or outsourced development of IT solutions to address service and corporate needs. Implement and provide continued technical support with regard to Service and Corporate IT projects. Drive and coordinate the Directorate’s strategic planning process in a seamless and integrated manner in alignment with the departmental strategic processes. Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objective, priorities and activities of the Directorate. Identify Risks and address risk mitigation to the directorate’s functions specifically and IT systems in general. This includes overseeing the development of disaster recovery and business continuity plans from an IT perspective. Develop and manage the strategic and operational IT plans of the Dept. Evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuous basis against pre-determined key measurable objective and standards. Report to the Chief Director on a regular basis on the activities of the Directorate, and on matters of substantial importance to the administration. Monitor and ensure compliance of the activities of the directorate with relevant legislation and prescripts. Develop constructive, collaborative relationships with other sections within the Department as well as external partners where relevant. Support the Chief Director and collaborate with the other directorates within the Chief Directorate to strengthen the overall functioning of the team within the Chief Directorate: Strategy. Manage the corporate service of the Directorate i.e. Financial and People Management.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr KN Vallabhjee, Tel No: (021) 483-6933
APPLICATION : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : The person appointed to this position will be subjected to a security clearance and possibly a competency assessment test. Appointment will be subjected to the signing of a performance agreement and an employment contract.
 
CLOSING DATE : 16 July 2021
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: SERVICE PRIORITIES COORDINATION
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs).
CENTRE : Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: An appropriate tertiary qualification (NQF Level 7) in a Health/Social Science or related field as recognized by SAQA or 4-year degree in an appropriate management field with at least 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Services (Candidates not in possession of this entry requirement can still apply but are requested to register for the course and complete as such as no appointment can be made in the absence thereof. The course is available at the National School of Governance (NSG) under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. All costs associated hereof will be the responsibility of the applicant). Experience: Appropriate experience and proven track record in all major aspects of management within the health care environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Strategic capabilities and leadership. Programme and Project Management. Change Management. Financial Management. People Management and Empowerment.
 
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Exercise leadership, oversight and accountability in respect of the provision of departmental services priorities coordination in support of departmental service delivery. Management of the system of clinical governance, including nursing and other practice guidelines. Facilitation of the development of guidelines and frameworks to strengthen early and late life course services across the province (inclusive of new-borns, perinatal, children adolescent services and elderly). Ensuring of the effective containment and control of communicable diseases and to investigate and coordinate provincial responses to disease outbreaks. Coordination of the planning (including Business Plans) and reporting on the service-related special and conditional grants funding to the Western Cape. Promotion of health lifestyle initiatives across multiple settings in both public and private organizations in the province. Coordinate the Directorate’s strategic planning process in a seamless and integrated manner in alignment with the departmental strategic processes. Establish and strategically direct the project office(s) to project manage departmental response to priorities response to priorities, risks, ad-hoc campaigns, the Conditional Grants, etc. Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objective, priorities, activities and evaluate the performance of the Directorate. Active involvement in the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate. Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and prescripts. Overall responsibility for corporate governance, including all aspects of people management and development, Financial Management, Information Management and management of Support Services.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Arendse, Tel No: (021) 815-8612
APPLICATION : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”)
 
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be subject to competency testing.
 
CLOSING DATE : 16 July 2021
 
 

 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL MANAGER
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R733 257 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs).
CENTRE : Klipfontein/Mitchells Plain Sub-structure Office
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate 3-year National Diploma/Degree. Experience: Appropriate experience that focuses on the Key Performance Areas (KPA’s) of the post. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Extensive knowledge of relevant financial and SCM prescripts. Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures. Computer literacy (i.e. Excel spreadsheets, report-writing, drafting of Word documents and MS PowerPoint presentations).
 
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Responsible for the budget control and monitor expenditure and revenue. Manage the Finance and Supply Chain Management Unit to provide effective and efficient finance and procurement service. Oversee the payment process to NPOs. Ensure compliance to Finance and Supply Chain policies, PFMA and Regulations to achieve appropriate corporate governance. Responsible for reporting on Finance and Supply Chain Management indicators and performance of the Sub-structure. Provide oversight and management of Transport and Support services in the Sub-structure office. Responsible for the Human Resource Management of personnel in the division.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Olckers, Tel No: (021) 370-5007
APPLICATION : 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 : 16 July 2021
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT MANAGER NURSING (SPECIALTY AREA: ICU)
Tygerberg Hospital
SALARY : R614 991 per annum (PN-B4)
CENTRE : Tygerberg 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 Professional Nurse. Post basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC in Critical Care Nursing: General. Registration with a professional council: Current Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 6 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1 year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate / recognisable experience at management level. Inherent requirements of the job: Will be required to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to communicate in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape. Computer literacy in Word, and Excel. Good organisational skills and the ability to function in a team and under pressure. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policy related to this nursing specialty. Strong leadership and good interpersonal communication skills. Nursing Management skills.
 
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Effective management and utilization of Human and Financial Resources to ensure optimal clinical and operational function in the area. Manage training, orientation, learning, professional growth & development and participation in research within the clinical environment. Support / deputise for the Head of Nursing and support the Nursing department and the institution. The candidate will be responsible for management and coordination of clinical nursing care in the intensive care units.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Marthinus, Tel No: (021) 938-4055
APPLICATION : 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 : 16 July 2021
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST GRADE 1
Rural Health Services
SALARY : Grade 1: R466 119 per annum
CENTRE : Worcester Regional Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South African Council (HPCSA) as an occupational therapist and proof of payment of registration for 2021/22. Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience in Occupational Therapy after registration with the HPCSA. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) drivers licence. Ability and willingness to be available for emergencies/mass incidents. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound knowledge and understanding of occupational therapy and health service-related acts, legislation and policies. Communication skills (both verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Proven leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
 
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Lead, coordinate and supervise the delivery of Occupational therapy services and support institutional management. Provide occupational therapy services including assessments, interventions and counselling to individuals, groups and families. Supervise, support and evaluate subordinates and development of staff and students. Ensure efficient and effective management of resources. Administration, including collecting, compiling and presenting statistical data and monthly reports. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Jaftha Tel No: (023) 348-6496
APPLICATION : 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 may be subjected to a practical assessment.
 
CLOSING DATE : 16 July 2021
 
 
 
 
 
PACS/RIS ADMINISTRATOR
Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital
SALARY : R376 596 per annum
CENTRE : Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate 3-year National Diploma/Degree in Information Technology. Experience: Appropriate experience in Digital Medical Imaging workflow, procedures, and equipment and/or Information Technology. Appropriate experience in the medical imaging environment and/or medical informatics. Appropriate experience in the IT environment especially with troubleshooting, and first level support in computers and network. Appropriate experience in PACS / RIS Systems and applicable international standards (DICOM, IHE, HL7). Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to work under pressure, independently and in a team context. Good interpersonal skills within work context. Project management skills. Teaching and training skills.
 
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Support and coordinate technical systems within the healthcare environment. Draft and implement applicable systems, policies, regulations and procedures to ensure efficient system support, monitoring of performance, quality assurance and recoverability systems to uphold the integrity of information. Troubleshooting in terms of Windows and Network administration and institutional information systems. Effect and monitor DICOM analysis. Manage and coordinate agreements between the Hospital and PACS/RIS vendor. Manage PACS / RIS change control. Provide first line support for hardware and software of the PACS / RIS solution. Provide training of personnel in the optimal use of the PACS / RIS solution. Provide technical advice to management regarding the procurement of imaging modalities and other information systems to ensure integration with the PACS /RIS solution. Liaise with management and report on technical advice regarding the expansion of the PACS / RIS solution to allow additional functionality, to connect additional modalities and to accommodate growth. Assist with outreach to other Provincial Hospitals as required.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Vlok, Tel No: (021) 658-5104, Prof T Kilborn, Tel No: (021) 658-5101
APPLICATION : 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 : 16 July 2021
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SUPPORT
Central Karoo District
SALARY : R173 703 per annum
CENTRE : Prince Albert CC
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent). Experience: Appropriate experience in Information Management in a health environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of and experience in information management systems (PHCIS/CLINICOM/Sinjani/ Tier.net). Training Skills. Advance computer literacy (Ms Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Ability to function independently and within a team context.
 
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Collect, verify and validate data (incl. data auditing). Data verification and submission to District Information Office in prescribed format, within set time frames and according to Information Management Policy. Responsible for health information management trainings and monitor data trends in Sub-district. Assist in policy formulation and implementation and optimise client service and support. Monitor and evaluate data information. Engagement with stakeholder’s, i.e. verbal, telephonic and written correspondence. Compile monthly reports for management and provide feedback. Data administration and maintenance of accurate filing systems (hard copy/electronic). DITCOM processes and IT assistance (locally) in conjunction with provincial office.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms B Goliath, Tel No: (023) 414-8200
APPLICATION : 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 : 16 July 2021

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HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR
West Coast District
SALARY : R145 281per annum
CENTRE : Vredenburg Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) /grade 9 (Std 7). Experience: Appropriate supervisory and practical/applicable experience in a cleaning/housekeeping setting within a health or hospitality environment. Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work shifts which including weekends, night duty, public holidays and standby duty. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of infection prevention and control, hospitality, safety and hygiene standards. Proficient (verbal and written) in at least two of three official languages of the Western Cape. Ability to work in a team environment, independently and self-driven. Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel).
 
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Responsible for overall planning, control, organising, performing and coordinating at task related to household, food serving and hygiene services. Ensure the effective use, maintenance, ordering, safe-keeping and monitoring of supplies and equipment. Supervise and manage personnel in their performance, as well as all other human resource related duties (i.e. staff performance and discipline). Implement and monitor policies, programmes, regulations, practices, procedures and standards. Provide an effective relief, coordination and support service to management.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr WB Smeda, Tel No: (022)814-0057
APPLICATION : The Manager: Medical Services, Vredenburg Hospital, Private Bag X3,
Vredenburg, 7380.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr J Engel
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 16 July 2021
 
 
 
 
 
HANDYMAN (MECHANICAL)
Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital
SALARY : R145 281 per annum
CENTRE : Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Grade 10 Certificate. Experience: Appropriate experience in the mechanical field, general mechanical repairs and the ability to carry out basic general welding tasks. Inherent requirement of the job: A Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and own reliable transport. Ability to work on ladders and multi-storied buildings. Willingness to work overtime and do standby duties. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to work independently and under pressure. Good communication skills (verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of Western Cape. Ability to plan ahead (proactive), work independently as well as in a team and it would be required for the official to learn and comply with in-house systems and procedures. Knowledge of autoclaves and repairing thereof. Strict adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
 
DUTIES : (key result areas/outputs): Assist with execution of mechanical projects which will include fabrication and welding. Maintain and repair equipment at the hospital. Assist other departments within the workshop set up. Ability to work independently and within a team set up. Assist Artisans in the performance of their duties, and clean areas where work has been carried out. Complete and return repair requisitions and assist in ordering and controlling the workshop, materials and tools. Maintain equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. L Johnson, Tel No: (021) 658 5481
APPLICATION : The Chief Executive Officer: Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital,Private Bag X5, Rondebosch, 7700
FOR ATTENTION : Ms N Charles
 
NOTE : Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind will be required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 16 July 2021