WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS VACANCIES

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POST 16/166 : SENIOR MANAGER: MEDICAL SERVICES 
SALARY : R1 730 937 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs). (It will be expected of the successful candidate to participate in a system of remunerated commuted overtime). 
CENTRE : Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner. Experience: A minimum of 3 years of appropriate experience as a Medical Practitioner. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate and proven managerial experience in a Health Care environment, including leadership, strategic and operational skills, to enable the practical implementation of the departmental vision. Specific Knowledge and proven managerial experience regarding management of Clinical Services; Human Resource Management, Financial Resource Management and Infrastructure which will enable the effective planning of clinical services according to available corporate resources. Extensive knowledge of National, Provincial, and institutional health delivery systems, policies and laws which govern resource allocations, as well as Medico-Legal matters. Proven skills in quality improvement strategies and implementation thereof. Excellent communication (written and verbal) and conflict management skills. Proven computer literacy with proficiency in (i.e. MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint) with the ability to understand and analyse statistical and financial information in order to plan clinical services. A postgraduate qualification in Management, Public/Community Health, Public Administration or Business management. 
 
DUTIES : Overall strategic and operational management of clinical services within the given clinical and corporate governance frameworks. Participate in strategies to strengthen the relationships in the regional and district health care system to ensure equity of access to specialised care within the drainage system. Ensure that the highest standards of patient care are maintained and determine policies and practices regarding admission, treatment, and discharge of patients with available resources. Effective, efficient, and sustainable human resource management and planning within relevant general specialist and highly specialised clinical departments. Continuous improvement of technical quality, internal efficiency, effectiveness and appropriateness of relevant FBUs, i.e. ensuring a well-functioning clinical centre within available human and financial resources. Special portfolios/projects, as delegated by the CEO. Ensure the effective, sufficient and sustainable functioning within the National and Provincial Health policies. Support HEIs to provide, facilitate and promote training, teaching and research, members of the hospital management and the faculties of Health Sciences of the Universities of Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Western Cape and the Cape University of Technology. Ensure and provide a platform for teaching, training, development, and research. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Mukosi Tel No: (021) 938-4136 
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). 
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 31 May 2024 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 16/167 : ULTRASOUND RADIOGRAPHER GRADE 1 TO 3 
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services 
SALARY : Grade 1: R465 645 per annum 
Grade 2: R545 262 per annum 
Grade 3: R641 436 per annum 
CENTRE : Vanguard: MOU CHC-24 Hours 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Ultrasound Radiography. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as a Radiographer in Ultrasound. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA in Ultrasound Radiography in respect of RSA-qualified employees. One year of relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of RSA-qualified employees. Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of foreign qualified employees of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of RSA-qualified employees. Minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Radiography (Ultrasound) in respect of foreign qualified employees of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB). Competencies (Knowledge/skills): Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Knowledge of Obstetrics, gynaecology, abdominal ultrasound, general and other ultrasound examinations as required. 
 
DUTIES : Additional duties as required for service delivery. Assist with effective and efficient administration of the Department. Assist with training and quality assurance in the sonography department. Ensure the rational use of resources and equipment. Render an efficient and effective sonography service to patients. To service geographical areas in the sub-district. Written reports of ultrasound investigations performed. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr L Johnson Tel No: (021) 695-8242 
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). 
 
NOTE : 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 with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status)”. The pool of applicants will be considered for other vacant Ultra-sonographer posts within the Chief Director of Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from the date of the advert. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 31 May 2024 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 16/168 : CLINICAL NURSE PRACTITIONER: GRADE 1 TO 2 (PRIMARY HEALTH CARE) 
Central Karoo District 
SALARY : Grade 1: R451 533 per annum 
Grade 2: R553 545 per annum 
(Plus a non-pensionable rural allowance of 12% of basic annual salary) 
CENTRE : Kwa-Mandlenkosi CC, Beaufort-West 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 a Professional Nurse and Midwife. A post-basic qualification with duration of at least 1-year Diploma in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care, accredited with SANC (R48). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. Experience: Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification as mentioned above. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and willing to drive a Mobile Clinic. Willingness to work overtime when necessary and willingness to work at other clinics in the Sub-district. Competencies (knowledge/skills): NIMART training or experience. Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and provide clinical comprehensive PHC service. Plan and implement Health Promotion and Prevention activities in facility and community. Link with the community structures and NPO’s. Collect data and submit reports on or before time. Manage human resources under supervision. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr W J Erasmus Tel No: (023) 414-8200 
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via 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 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 on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in the post basic qualification: Diploma in Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment Care. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 31 May 2024