WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH VACANCIES

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POST 26/275 : HEAD CLINICAL UNIT GRADE 1 (MEDICAL: NEPHROLOGY AND HYPERTENSION)
SALARY : R1 754 739 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs).
CENTRE : Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory (This is a joint staff appointment with the University of Cape Town)
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist in Nephrology. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Nephrology. Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Nephrology. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound knowledge and experience in renal transplants, renal medicine and Hypertension Relevant statutory frameworks, including medico-legal and provincial, Best Practice Criteria, National Quality standards, EDL, Standard Treatment Guidelines. Clinical service delivery in the renal and hypertension clinics and medical wards. Strategic, administrative, clinical and resource management of the division.
 
DUTIES : Render an efficient and cost-effective service to patients, based on recognised treatment standards, including adolescent and transplant care. Ensure the rational use and management of all resources (including HR, financial, equipment, laboratory investigations, medication, and consumables). Deliver effective and efficient administration of the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension. Plan and partake in the training of staff including registrars, medical officers, community service MO’s, interns and UCT medical students. Conduct and supervise research.
 
ENQUIRIES : Prof N Ntusi Tel No: (021) 406-6200; Email address: ntobeko.ntusi@uct.ac.za
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 : 29 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 26/276 : ASSISTANT MANAGER NURSING (HONS)
SALARY : R571 242 (PN-B3) per annum
CENTRE : Citrusdal Hospital (West Coast District)
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife. Registration with a Professional Council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse and Midwife. Experience: A minimum of 8 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience at management level. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Willingness to travel and to attend to community needs after-hours. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape (written and verbal). Ability to function/make decisions independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Good communication, interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership and conflict resolution skills. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet). Extensive knowledge and understanding of the District Health System/and health implementation thereof as well as experience in office administration, human resource management, financial management, supply chain and procurement processes.
 
DUTIES : Coordination of optimal, holistic nursing care provided within set standards and a professional/legal framework within areas. Provision of effective support to nursing services. Effectively manage the utilization and supervision of resources, people management, employee relations and monitoring and evaluation of quality. Adequate financial planning and support, budgeting and control of the service. Interface management with internal and external stakeholders to ensure community needs are addressed to ensure wellness of patients.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr SP Cupido Tel No: (022) 921-2153
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 : 29 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 26/277 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING: PRIMARY HEALTH CARE
SALARY : R571 242 PN-B2) per annum
CENTRE : Moorreesburg Clinic: (West Coast 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. Post-basic qualification with a duration of at least 1-year Diploma in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care accredited with the SANC (i.e. R48). Registration with a professional council: Current 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/ recognizable experience in the specific specialty after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification in the relevant specialty. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB/C1) driver’s license and willingness to travel. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and insight of relevant legislation and policy related to nursing with the public sector and basic computer literacy (proof must be attached or mention in C.V.) Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape and ability to promote quality patient care through the setting, implementation and monitoring of standards. Effective communication, interpersonal, leadership, decision-making, conflict resolution skills and have the ability to function independently as well as part of a multi- disciplinary team. Good organisational skills and the ability to function under pressure.
 
DUTIES : Effective integrated execution and management of all clinical services (Acute, Chronic diseases, Maternal, Woman- and Child Health and TB/HIV/AIDS/STI, Men, Youth & community orientated primary care) Effective management of support services which includes Information management with regard to data collection, verification, submission of data, report writing, monitoring and evaluation of performance indicators. People 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, transport. Quality management with regard to Ideal clinic status realisation and maintenance Interface management with internal and external stakeholders.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms J van der Westhuizen Tel No: (022) 482-2729
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 : 29 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
POST 26/278 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING (SPECIALITY: TRAUMA)
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
SALARY : R571 242 (PN-B3) per annum
CENTRE : Vanguard CHC
 
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. A post-basic nursing qualification with duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing Science: Trauma and Emergency or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing 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 in the specialty after obtaining the 1 year post-basic qualification in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing Science: Trauma/Emergency or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General. Inherent requirement of the job: Provide relief services within the team and provide after hour cover and work shifts as required. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, hospital and clinic procedures and policies.
 
DUTIES : Manage and co-ordinate the implementation of holistic, comprehensive, specialised nursing care in the Trauma complex, in conjunction with team members, within a professional and legal framework. Ensure the maintenance of quality care standards in the operating trauma services. Manage, supervise, guide staff and keep records and statistics as required. Manage assets, consumables, and services effectively. Manage and support education, in-service training, and orientation and practice development initiatives in the area. Maintain professional growth and ethical standards. Infrastructure change and project management. Maintain good team and organizational culture
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Lingani Tel No: (021) 695 8200, Maxwell.Lingani@westerncape.gov.za
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 : 29 July 2022
 
 
 

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POST 26/279 : OPERATIONAL MANAGER NURSING: GRADE 1 (GENERAL) (UROLOGY, SURGERY)
SALARY : R450 939 (PN-A5) per annum
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. Registration with a profession council Current registration with the South African Nursing Council 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. Inherent requirement of the job: Will be required to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. Competencies (knowledge/skills): 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. Basic Computer literacy. Ability to communicate in at least 2 of the 3 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.
 
DUTIES : The candidate will be responsible for planning, managing, co-ordinating and maintaining an optimal quality Nursing Service as an Operational Manager. 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 : Mrs F Marthinus. Tel No: (021) 938-4000
APPLICATIONS : Applicants apply online: www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”)
 
CLOSING DATE : 29 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 26/280 : MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST GRADE 1 TO 3
SALARY : Grade 1: R322 746 per annum
Grade 2: R378 402 per annum
Grade 3: R445 752 per annum
CENTRE : Forensic Pathology Service and Division of Forensic Medicine, University of Stellenbosch
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Technologist in Histopathology. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Technologist in Histopathology. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist (Histopathology) in respect of South African employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist (Histopathology) in respect of South African qualified employees. A minimum of 11 years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist (Histopathology) in respect of South African qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) 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 license (code B/EB). Competencies (knowledge/skills): Above average proven computer and software literacy. Fluency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Good interpersonal relationships. Good Laboratory practices, including Occupational Health and Safety practices. The ability to function in a mortuary environment. The ability to work in a hazardous environment, perform heavy manual tasks and the ability to work under pressure.
 
DUTIES : Assist the pathologists in grossing of histology specimens retained at autopsy. Perform laboratory administrative duties. Perform special staining techniques, including immunohistochemistry. Perform technical duties in the day-to-day bench work.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr John Segole Tel No: (021) 931 8043
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. Candidates will be subjected to security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records, credit records and previous employment checks prior to appointment. Candidates may have to undergo profiling assessments prior to appointment. 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 with their job application/on appointment. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”
 
CLOSING DATE : 29 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 26/281 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: FINANCE (X10 POSTS)
SALARY : R176 310 per annum
CENTRE : Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, Rondebosch
Revenue: (X2 Posts)
Wards and Clinics: (X3 Posts)
Patient Reception: (X5 Posts)
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics and/or Accountancy as a passed subject and/or Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with experience/competencies that focuses on the Key Performance Areas (KRA’s) of the post. Experience: Revenue Position: Appropriate experience in a Fees-related environment. Wards and Clinics & Patient Reception Position: Appropriate Clinicom experience in a ward and/or clinic administration environment, including the Clinicom system. Inherent requirements of the job: Revenue position: Willingness to rotate within Finance Section and relieve colleagues and to work overtime when required. Wards and Clinics position: Willingness to be rotated and/or cover other areas at short notice. Patient Reception position: Willingness to work 12-hour shifts (which includes night duty, weekends and public holidays and work overtime on short notice. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (Microsoft Office). Good communication skills (written and verbal) in at least two or the three official languages of the Western Cape. Additional Competencies Revenue Position: Knowledge of Hospital Fees Memorandum Chapter 18, UPFS, BAS, HIS, Clinicom, Accounts Receivable (AR) System, JAC and Finance instructions; Strong sense of confidentiality and trustworthiness. Wards and Clinics position: Knowledge and experience of the Clinicom system; Knowledge of Hospital Fees Memorandum 18, UPFS, HIS, Clinicom, and Finance Instructions; Strong sense of confidentiality and trustworthiness; Ability to work under pressure without supervision; Good client care skills. Patient Reception position: Ability to work under pressure without supervision; excellent interpersonal skills addressing diverse cultures and the ability to work in a team; Knowledge of Hospital Fees Memorandum Chapter 18, UPFS, and Finance instructions; Knowledge and experience of the Clinicom system; Knowledge of Patient Administration related procedures and policies.
 
DUTIES : (Revenue Positions): Follow-up medical aid and non-medical aid outstanding invoices in line with Hospital Fees Manual Chapter 18 and related Finance Instructions. General fees administration and account related duties/enquiries including filing. Manage foreign patients. Check, debit/credit invoices as per UPFS and billing requirements. Cashier duties. Control the JAC Information and JAC Error Report. Complete all BAS transactions including deposits, day ends, journals and special journals. Complete the balancing and reconciliation process between BAS and the AR System. Finalise all EDI processes. Allocation of medical aid and debtor payments. Relief for colleagues and undertake various other clerical duties as and when required. (Wards and Clinics Position): Registration of patients on the Clinicom system. Admissions, transfers and discharges of in-patients. Maintenance of appointments and ward registers. Compiling of patient statistics. Handling telephonic, verbal and written enquiries. Support to Finance Component in ensuring correct debtor assessment of patients and data capturing of patient information on Clinicom System, correct handling of foreign patients (Patient Reception): Assessment of patients in accordance with Hospital Memorandum Chapter 18 and UPFS Manual and related Finance Instructions. Debtor assessment of patients and data capturing of patient information on Clinicom System Report all MVA’s to Batsumi Hotline. Admission of patients. Ability to perform Medical Aid/EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) related transactions in the Clinicom system. Responsible for revenue control which includes receipt of money and issuing of accounts and receipts. Responsible for folder management which includes processing of folders. Handle telephonic and personal enquiries with regard to patient enquiries.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms HJ Van Graan Tel No: (021) 658 50007
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 : 29 July 2022


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POST 26/282 : HOUSEHOLD AID
Overberg District
SALARY : R104 073 per annum
CENTRE : Hermanus Hospital, Overstrand Sub-district
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Basic literacy and numeracy skills. Experience: Appropriate experience in cleaning hospitals or health environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Ability to lift/move heavy objects and working at heights requiring the use of a stepladder. Willingness to work shifts, public holidays, weekends, overtime, and night duty. Relief in other departments when necessary. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
 
DUTIES : Responsible for cleaning duties i.e., sweeping, dusting, emptying bins daily, mopping, scrubbing, and polishing, cleaning windows, deep cleaning of toilets, general refuse and medical waste handling and maintenance of general neatness and hygiene (adhere to OSH and IPC policies). Perform patient meal servings and cleaning of crockery and cutlery (according to HACCP principles and food service unit policies). Effective use, maintenance and safekeeping of supplies and equipment. Attend in-service training and render support to the supervisor with regards to general housekeeping duties Handling of linen (soiled lined, dirty lined, clean linen, counting of linen, packing linen room, etc.)
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr N Adams Tel No: (028) 313-5204
APPLICATIONS : The District Deputy Director: Overberg District Office, Private Bag X07, Caledon, 7230.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr E Sass
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 29 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 26/283 : FOOD SERVICES AID
Overberg District
SALARY : R104 073 per annum
CENTRE : Hermanus Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic numeracy and literacy. Experience: Appropriate experience in a large-scale Food Service environment in a hospital. Inherent requirements of the job: Incumbent must be prepared to work shifts and overtime which include weekends and public holidays. Incumbent must be healthy, strong enough to lift heavy objects and be on their feet the entire day. Must be willing to enter hospital wards. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of production for normal and therapeutic diets in an Industrial Food Service Unit on a large scale. Knowledge of hygiene, occupational health, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and safety principles. Ability to read, speak and write in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Ability to maintain good interpersonal skills.
 
DUTIES : Assist in the receipt and storage of all provisions and stock in the foodservice unit. Pre-prepare and produce all normal and therapeutic diets. Weigh, dish and distribute food to various wards. Clean all areas, utensils and equipment in the Food Service Department. Follow and adhere to Health and Safety prescripts. Follow standardised PAWC Receipts and menus. Follow and adhere to elementary control measures and standard operational procedures. Quality portion control of food according to standardised recipes.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms NK Adams Tel No: (028) 313-5204
APPLICATIONS : The District Director: Overberg District Office, Private Bag X7, Caledon, 7230
FOR ATTENTION : Mr E Sass
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 29 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 26/284 : PORTER
Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services
SALARY : R104 073 per annum
CENTRE : Paarl Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic literacy and numeracy skills. Experience: Appropriate porter experience in a hospital environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, including nightshift, weekends and public holidays. Must be of sober habits, physically fit to lift patients from/onto beds, trolleys, vehicles, wheelchairs and heavy equipment. Prepared to handle corpses (deceased bodies). Prepared to work in all departments / wards in hospital. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Knowledge of the safe infection prevention methods. Ability to work under pressure, unsupervised and in a team context.
 
DUTIES : Safe transport of patients on trolleys, beds and wheelchairs to and from different departments/wards and in and out of ambulances/private vehicles. Deliver specimens to laboratories and ensure a safe and hygienic work environment. Check and replace gas cylinders in wards/ treatment areas and assist with shifting of medical equipment. Effective and efficient control of equipment and reporting any defects of trolleys and wheelchairs to supervisor. Take responsibility for transportation of corpses from wards to the mortuary and perform relevant duties in mortuary. Respond to request from wards/departments and transport blood and blood products.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms GP Storm Tel No: (021) 860-2844
APPLICATIONS : The Chief Executive Officer: Paarl Hospital, Private Bag x3012, Paarl, 7620.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr K Cornelissen
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 29 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 26/285 : PORTER
West Coast District
SALARY : R104 073 per annum
CENTRE : Swartland Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirement: Basic literacy and numeracy skills. Experience: Appropriate experience within a mortuary/porter or equivalent environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to work shifts and over weekends. Ability to perform tasks such as lifting of patients/corpse from/onto beds, trolleys, wheelchairs and to mortuary. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
DUTIES : Safe transport of patients on trolleys and wheelchairs to and from different departments/wards and in and out of ambulances. Take responsibility for the transportation of corpses from wards to the mortuary and perform relevant duties in mortuary. Support to supervisor and other colleagues. Assist with pauper burials. Assist with moving of medical equipment. Ensure a safe and hygiene equipment/working area is maintained.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Kortje Tel No: (022) 487 9206
APPLICATIONS : The Medical Manager: Swartland Hospital, Private Bag X2, Malmesbury, 7299.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms A Groenewald
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 29 July 2022