WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH VACANCIES

 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist (Sub-specialist) in adult Cardiology. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist (Sub-specialist) in Cardiology. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist (Sub-specialist) in Cardiology. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist (Sub-specialist) in Cardiology after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as Medical Specialist (Sub-specialist) in Cardiology. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist (Sub-specialist) after registration with the HPCSA or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees as a Medical Specialist (Sub-specialist) in Cardiology. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Extensive Medical Specialist knowledge in Cardiology and areas of research. Specialist knowledge in teaching of all aspects of Cardiology. Extensive experience in running a Cath Lab. 
 
DUTIES : Provide and manage both in- and out-patient specialist Cardiology services within the Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine. Provide specialist clinical service to General Medicine in- and out-patients in Groote Schuur Hospital. Supervise and train under- and post-graduate students in the Department of Medicine. Conduct research. Provide support in respect of administrative and management functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Prof N Ntusi, Tel No: (02) 406-6200 
APPLICATIONS: The Chief Executive Officer: Groote Schuur Hospital, Private Bag X4, Observatory, 7935. 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms Mbilini 
 
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 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 : 05 October 2018 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 38/149 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (CLINICAL SOURCING) 
Directorate: Supply Chain Management 
SALARY : R697 011 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs). 
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate three year National Diploma/Degree or NQF 6. Experience: Appropriate experience in procurement of clinical-related goods and services in a healthcare environment by means of commodity-driven sourcing strategies. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) drivers’ licence. Ability to handle matters of a confidential nature. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound problem-solving and presentation skills. Computer literacy (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Good numerical and analytical skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National, Provincial Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of the Department’s Accounting Officer's System and the Delegations. 
 
DUTIES : Manage Project, Acquisition, People, Contract and Supplier Performance Management as while as Development and implementation of Policies or Governance. Managing and delivering multiple procurement projects in a commercial environment. The local industry, incl. cost drivers, supply and demand, innovations, vendor landscape, etc. Leading a team of procurement specialists to deliver the organisation’s long-term procurement strategy. Developing and implementing policies and tools to facilitate strategic and transactional sourcing of clinical-related goods and services. To provide an integrated demand, acquisition and contract management service of clinical commodities for the Department through the development, implementation and maintenance of a transformative approach to sourcing in the Department of Health with a focus on: Commodity-based lifecycle costing. End-to-end management of the sourcing process. Supplier relationship and performance management. Internal stakeholder management delivery of optimal commercial benefits to the Department. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms K Cishe, Tel No: (021) 483-6093 
 
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 : 12 October 2018 
 
 

 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Experience: 10 years appropriate post- qualification experience as Artisan/Artisan Foreman. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid driver’s licence (code B/EB) and willing to travel throughout the Western Cape. Willing to perform overtime and attend to unplanned callouts and emergency maintenance. Prepared to do standby duties for various electrical breakdowns at all health facilities within the Western Cape. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Be conversant with the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Act. Computer literate in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and web-based systems. Appropriate knowledge to enable supervision of the Electrical and Mechanical components. 
 
DUTIES : Effectively manage the Electrical and Mechanical components of the Metro West Hub by ensuring that the different systems are operational and the preventative maintenance programme is followed. Supervision and assistance with the execution of engineering projects/ repairs at hospitals and institutions. Liaison with engineering management and private sector. Planning/scheduling of staff, projects, plants and equipment. Quality control and inspections of completed work requisitions. Drafting up of specifications and of monthly reports and equipment schedules. Generators maintenance planning and repairs thereof. Manage time and attendance of workshop staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr S Reichert or B Lesch Tel No: (021) 483-1568/ Tel No: (021) 715-5940 
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 : 05 October 2018 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 38/151 : ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A TO C (MECHANICAL) 
Directorate: Engineering and Technical Support Services (Metro West District Hub, Retreat) 
SALARY : Grade A: R179 523 per annum 
Grade B: R211 464 per annum 
Grade C: R246 870 per annum 
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Experience: Grade A: No experience required. Grade B: At least 18 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Grade C: At least 34 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB) and willing to travel throughout the Western Cape. Willingness to perform standby duties. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Be conversant with the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Act. Must be competent in metal inert gas (MIG) as well as Arch welding on various materials. Basic working knowledge of plant and equipment typically utilised in the healthcare environment. 
 
DUTIES : Perform necessary administrative functions. Control over tools and materials. Training and supervision of subordinates. Assist with the execution of engineering projects/repairs at hospitals and health institutions. Maintain and repairs of mechanical installations and equipment at health institutions within the Metro. Assist Artisan Foremen or Chief Artisan with their duties. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr B Lesch, Tel No: (021) 715-5940 
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 : 05 October 2018 
 
 

 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Experience: Grade A: No experience required. Grade B: At least 18 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Grade C: At least 34 years appropriate/recognisable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Inherent requirements of the job: A valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB) and willing to travel throughout the Western Cape. Willingness to perform standby duties. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Be conversant with the requirements of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Act. 
 
DUTIES : Perform necessary administrative functions. Control over tools and materials. Train and supervision of subordinates. Assist with the execution of engineering projects or repairs at hospitals and health institutions. Maintain and repair plumbing installations and equipment at health institutions within the Metro. Assist Artisan Foremen and Chief Artisan with their duties. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr B Lesch, Tel No: (021) 715-5940 
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 : 05 October 2018 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 38/153 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 
Eden District 
SALARY : R163 563 per annum 
CENTRE : Mossel Bay Hospital 
 
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: Appropriate experience in Supply Chain Management/Procurement Systems. Appropriate experience in asset, disposal management and stocktaking. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Physically fit and able to perform the tasks (must be able to lift heavy items). Competencies (knowledge/skills): Applied knowledge of the Accounting Officer’s System and SCM Delegations of the Department. Applied knowledge of SCM and Procurement Systems. Computer literate (Windows: Word, Excel, Outlook and Share Point). Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. 
 
DUTIES : Manage Procurement Plan, prepare documentation and capture on system. Manage Asset Disposals and Movements. Stocktaking: Monthly spot-checks, quarterly assistance and management of ALM’s & SALM’s and Annual full stock-take. Monthly reporting and Compliance Management. Execute compliance control related to Supply Chain Management and Finances and assist with all general tasks within SCM and Finance Department. Sub-system controller: Assist System controller with all LOGIS system related tasks and enquiries, handle queries in all aspects within the Supply Chain Management Department. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr J Boshoff, Tel No: (044) 604-6105 
APPLICATIONS: The District Manager: Eden District Office, Private Bag X6592, George, 6530. 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms S Pienaar 
 
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a practical test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 12 October 2018 
 
 

 
 
POST 38/154 : LINEN SUPERVISOR 
West Coast District 
SALARY : R136 800 per annum 
CENTRE : Vredenburg Hospital 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/grade 9 (Std 7). Experience: Appropriate linen supervisory experience in a hospital or similar size of organisation or environment. Inherent requirement of the job: Ability and willingness to work after-hours/ work weekends and public holidays if need arise. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to achieve and maintain good interpersonal relations with staff and the service provider. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Ability to interpret the Western Cape Hospital Linen Management Policy. Knowledge of stock and infection control. Computer Literacy (MS Office: Word and Excel). 
 
DUTIES : Effective hospital linen operational processes and be part of the pre-condemning of hospital linen. Monitor contractual obligations in terms of the contracted hospital linen service provider. Effective quality control of hospital linen. Liaise with various internal departments regarding hospital linen matters. Required to work in the soiled and clean linen areas of the hospital’s Linen Bank. Responsible for all administrative duties associated with supervision. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms ME van Vuuren, Tel No: (022) 709-7213 
APPLICATIONS: To the Medical Manager: Vredenburg Hospital, Private Bag X3, Vredenburg 7380. 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms D Links 
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 12 October 2018 
 
 
 
 
POST 38/155 : CLEANER (X2 POSTS) 
Eden District 
SALARY : R96 549 per annum 
CENTRE : Oudtshoorn Courant 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Minimum requirement: Basic literacy and numeracy. Experience: Appropriate cleaning experience in a health environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Ability to lift/move heavy equipment and supplies. Willingness to work shifts, public holidays and weekends. Perform 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 : General cleaning and maintenance of cleaning equipment. Dust, sweep, polish, scrub and mop floors, passages, furniture, empty dustbins and sort soiled linen according to correct cleaning procedures. Effective use of cleaning agents and stock. Responsible for general hygienic and safe environment. Handling cleaning equipment. Elementary stock control. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms H Human, Tel No: (044) 203-7203 
APPLICATIONS: To the District Manage: Eden District Office, Private Bag X6592, George, 6530. 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms S Pienaar 
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 12 October 2018