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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS VACANCIES
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
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
POST 08/40 : CHIEF CLINICAL TECHNOLOGIST: GRADE 1 (CARDIOVASCULAR PERFUSIONIST)
SALARY : R520 785 per annum
CENTRE : Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council (HPCSA) as a Clinical Technologist: Cardiovascular Perfusionist (Independent Practice). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Clinical Technologist: Cardiovascular Perfusionist (Independent Practice). Inherent requirement of the job: After-hour service is compulsory. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of all aspects of Cardiothoracic procedures. Skilled in all aspects of Cardiothoracic perfusion. Knowledge of Supply Chain and Financial regulations in the acquisition of equipment and consumables. Skills to purchase new equipment and consumables. Good computer skills in MS Word and Excel. Ability to work with and without supervision and work within a group with all levels of staff. Must be able to manage Cardiovascular perfusion. Must be able to work under pressure. Understanding the procurement process. Training Paediatric cardiopulmonary bypass.
DUTIES : Optimal patient care. Training of students. Equipment resource management. Human resource management. Troubleshooting of equipment. Maintenance of equipment. Training. Research. Adult and Paediatric cardiopulmonary bypass.
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Maharaj Tel No: (021) 938-5006
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 the post.
CLOSING DATE : 15 March 2024
POST 08/41 : SENIOR FORENSIC OFFICER
Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
SALARY : R294 321 per annum
CENTRE : Forensic Pathology Services, (Oudtshoorn)
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent). Experience: Appropriate Forensic Pathology Service (Medico-legal) experience. Appropriate experience as a Forensic Pathology Officer Grade 1 or 2. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver’s license. Ability to lift and work with corpses (mutilated, decomposed, infectious viruses, etc.). Will be required to wear a uniform. Must be competent in forensic investigation and evisceration. Will be required to assist in the planning/training of Major incident exercises as well as involvement in Major incidents. Will be required to work office duties, operational duties, and overtime duties. Ability to be trained in 4 x 4 vehicle handling and photography skills. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good working knowledge of IT packages (FPS Business System, Live link). Ability to achieve and maintain good interpersonal and working relations with staff and clients, with knowledge of the core values of the Department. Knowledge and experience of Forensic Mortuary Procedures and administration. Good working knowledge of relevant legislation, Regulations, and Policies governing Forensic Mortuary procedures and investigations. Above average communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape and ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing. Above-average computer and software literacy in at least MS Excel and MS Word.
DUTIES : Efficient support to the Manager with regard to operational management of the Forensic Pathology Laboratory. Efficient support to the Manager with regard to Corporate Governance aspects. Effective Management of the Forensic Pathology Assistant Program. Effective Operational Service Delivery at the Facility. Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures at all times. Accurate and comprehensive capturing of data onto the Forensic Pathology Services IT system and any other databases provided by the department. Attend court cases and deliver of testimony when subpoenaed to do so.
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Hector Tel No: (044) 272 0073
APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
NOTE : The candidate will be subjected to an interview and competency test. Candidates will be subjected to security clearance before appointment. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a psychometric evaluation.
CLOSING DATE : 15 March 2024