WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

 
DUTIES : Provide comprehensive clinical services. This would include taking on a leadership position in the Cardio-Thoracic Anaesthesia portfolio, which also includes taking a leadership role in the cardiac catheterisation laboratory and developing the Hybrid Laboratory Services at Groote Schuur Hospital. Taking a leading role in developing and growing a strong combined pre-operative consultation and assessment programme. Play an active role in expanding other services such as the Heart- and Lung- Transplant, and ECMO programmes. Collaborative engagement with Cardiology, Pulmonology, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Perfusion Services, and Critical Care Services is essential. Provide academic leadership and development in the areas of under- and postgraduate teaching, training, and trainee assessment. Developing and driving cardiothoracic and vascular research as well as participating in registrar research supervision. Manage and provide leadership for the departmental human resource requirements and contribute significantly to the administrative duties of the combined department including staff appointments, assessments and performance management. Build and maintain Departmental team spirit and development.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr S Peters Tel No: (021) 404-5195
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 : 04 February 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 01/110 : MANAGER: MEDICAL SERVICES GRADE 1
Groote Schuur Hospital
SALARY : R1 191 510 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 : Groote Schuur Hospital
 
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 Medical Practitioner. Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate and proven managerial experience in a Health Care environment, showing leadership, strategic and operational kills. Knowledge and proven managerial experience with regard to managing Clinical Services; Human Resource and Financial Resource Management. Extensive knowledge of National, Provincial and institutional health delivery system, policies and law, governing 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.
 
DUTIES : Overall strategic and operational management, clinical and corporate governance of clinical service departments. Participate in strategies to strengthen the regional and district health care system ensuring equity of access to tertiary care for adults within the GSA and the relevant priority grouping. Continuous improvement of technical quality, internal efficiency, effectiveness and appropriateness of relevant FBUs, i.e. ensuring well-functioning clinical centre within available resources. Special portfolios/projects, which may include data collection, manipulation and analysis. Ensure teaching, training and development. Ensure the highest standards of patient care are maintained and determine policies and practices regarding admission, treatment and discharge of patients within available resources. Effective, efficient and sustainable human resource management and planning within relevant general specialist and highly specialised clinical departments. Provide a platform for teaching, training, development and research.
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr B Eick Tel No: (021) 404-6288
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 : 04 February 2022
 
 

 
 
POST 01/111 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING: SPECIALITY AREA: TRAUMA AND EMERGENCY
SALARY : R571 242 per annum (PN-B3)
CENTRE : Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. Diploma or Degree in Nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration as Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). Post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science in Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science in Critical Care Nursing: General. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the South African Nursing Council as Professional Nurse. 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 the period above must be appropriate recognisable experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty Inherent requirement of the job: Will be required to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. 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 skills. Good organisational skills and the ability to function under pressure.
 
DUTIES : The candidate will be responsible for planning, managing, co-ordinating and maintaining an optimal, specialised Nursing Service as an Operational Manager in the Trauma unit. Effective management and utilisation of Human and Financial Resources to ensure optimal operational function in the area. Initiate and participate in training, development and research within the nursing department. Deliver a support service to the Nursing Service and the institution. To maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth and self-development.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Marthinus Tel No: (021) 938-4055
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 : 04 February 2022
 
 
 
 
 
POST 01/112 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING: GRADE 1 (GENERAL) (DAY SURGERY UNIT)
SALARY : R450 939 per annum (PN-A2)
CENTRE : Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
 
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. Experience: A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing. Registration with a Professional Council Current registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, public holidays and weekends to manage hospital after hours, when required. Perform standby duties/ relief duties for Assistant Manager: Nursing. Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s 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 nursing 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 skills. Good organisational skills and the ability to function under pressure.
 
DUTIES : The candidate will be responsible for planning, managing, co-ordinating and maintaining an optimal quality Nursing Service as an Operational Manager in The Day Surgery unit. Participative management and utilization of Human Resources to fulfil operational and developmental functions in the area. Manage and monitor the Financial Resources of the clinical area. Initiate and participate in training, development and research within the nursing department. Deliver a support service to the Nursing Service and the institution. To maintain ethical standards and promote professional growth and self-development.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Marthinus Tel No: (021) 938-4055
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 : 04 February 2022

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POST 01/113 : CLINICAL PROGRAMME CO-ORDINATOR GRADE 1 (INFECTION CONTROL AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH)
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R450 939 per annum (PN-A5)
CENTRE : Northern/Tygerberg Sub-structure Office
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R424 qualification (diploma/degree) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. (This dispensation is only applicable for posts of Clinical Programme Coordinator where it is inherent requirement of the job, incumbent to maintain registration with the SANC. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and understanding of IPC and OHS Act, regulations and policies. Good interpersonal relations, leadership and communication skills (verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Ability to analyse health systems information, conducting research of surveys and compiling comprehensive reports, Project management skills and computer literacy. Knowledge of the management of the operations of CSSD and Infection prevention and control.
 
DUTIES : Develop and implement and train on relevant clinical practical guidelines and SOP in respect of IPC & OHS. Support and engage Facility Managers to support policy and legislative SHERQ requirements. Facilitate and co-ordinate the management of risks as identified in terms of the Infection control policy & OHS policies. Support quality Assurance programmes: monitor adherence to OHS, IPC & Risk Management e.g., COVID 19 in line with National and Provincial policies and Core Standards. Support OHS committee for effective functioning and plan and coordinate OHS & IPC meetings and support Quality Assurance Programmes i.e. Ideal Clinic & OHSC.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Najjaar Tel No: (021) 815-8865
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 : 04 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 01/114 : BED MANAGER
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R382 245 per annum
CENTRE : Mowbray Maternity Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate 3-year National Diploma/Degree registrable with an appropriate Health Professions Council. Experience: Appropriate and relevant experience in a hospital environment. Appropriate Bed management experience and lean management insight. Appropriate Supervisory experience. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good organising and decision-making skills. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Computer literacy (MS Office package and MS Outlook). The ability to communicate in 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape. Problem solving skills. Ability to function independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
 
DUTIES : Manage information of patients and statistics in relation to bed management. Develop, manage, and implement Bed Management policies, protocols and procedures within the hospital. Plan, coordinate and manage patient referrals to other health facilities. Reduction in length of stay of patients in a hospital bed in conjunction with the relevant medical teams. Coordinate the activities of medical, nursing, allied workers and administrative disciplines regarding the planning, processing and utilisation of hospital resources to ensure effective and efficient flow of patients within the institution in participation with other provincial institutions and districts. Manage and coordinate the discharge plan for patients, ensure discharge medication, OPD bookings and transport, ensuring reduced congestion within the admissions unit which include the monitoring of disposition times.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Holland Tel No: (021) 659 5550
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 : 04 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 01/115 : DRIVER (LIGHT DUTY VEHICLE)
West Coast District
SALARY : R104 073 per annum
CENTRE : Saldanha PHC
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic literacy and numeracy. Experience: Appropriate experience of transporting personnel and goods. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/C1/EB) driver’s license. Valid PDP (must be valid at the time of the closing of the post). Must be physically fit and able to load/unload heavy goods/equipment. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Must be able to speak clearly and legible. Must be able to speak in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of Transport regulations (Handbook 1 of 2019). Ability to accept accountability, responsibility and to work independently. Must be able to read and write accurately.
 
DUTIES : Daily transporting of post, packages, medication, goods and equipment and if necessary official passengers. Daily completion of logbooks. Conduct routine inspection, maintenance, cleaning of vehicle and report any defects. Perform routine administrative duties when required and respond to emergencies when necessary. Support to supervisors and clinics when required.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms AR Louw Tel No: (022) 709-5066
APPLICATIONS : 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 : 04 February 2021
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 01/116 : CLEANER (5/8TH POST)
Overberg District
SALARY : R65 046 (5/8th) per annum
CENTRE : Railton Clinic (Swellendam Sub-District)
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy. Experience: Appropriate experience in a Health Environment. Appropriate experience with the use of cleaning equipment, cleaning materials and cleaning detergents. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to rotate to other clinics. Ability to lift/move heavy equipment and supplies. Competencies (knowledge and skills): Good interpersonal relations and organisational skills. Good communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
DUTIES : General cleaning and maintenance of cleaning equipment. Dust, sweep, polish, scrub and mop floors, passages furniture, emptying of dustbins and sorting of soiled linen according to correct cleaning procedures. Effective use of cleaning agents and stock. Responsible for general hygiene and safe environment. Handle cleaning equipment. Handle elementary stock control.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms GJ van der Westhuizen Tel No: (028) 514-8400
APPLICATIONS : The District Director: Overberg District Office, Private Bag X7, Caledon, 7230.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms A Kriel
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 04 February 2022