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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
 
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
 
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POST 22/194 HEAD CLINICAL UNIT: GRADE 1 (MEDICAL: DERMATOLOGY)
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
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist in Dermatology. Registration with a professional body: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Dermatology. Experience: A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Dermatology. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Sound knowledge of Dermatology theory and practice. Evidence of leadership on a clinical service platform and knowledge of the health sector in South Africa Experience in the areas of clinical service delivery, teaching and training, research, and advocacy. Understanding of relevant statutory and medico legal frameworks, including strategic Provincial documentation, Best Practice Criteria, Ideal Hospital framework, EML, Standard Treatment Guidelines etc Knowledge of corporate and clinical governance relevant for an academic division. Experience as a Dermatologist in an academic unit will be an advantage.
 
DUTIES : Provide leadership to the Division of Dermatology and manage its staff, resources and performance, inspiring innovation and manage an effective and efficient service to patients. Participate as an active clinician, participating within the Department of Medicine and working closely with hospital management. Deliver effective and efficient administration of the Division of Dermatology. Ensure the rational use of resources (including laboratory investigations, medication, consumables, and equipment). 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. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to complete a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 22/195 DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL MANAGER
(Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services)
SALARY : R744 255 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs).
CENTRE : Victoria Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate 3-year National Diploma/degree (NQF level 7). Experience: Extensive experience in Finance and Supply Chain Management of which at least 2 years must be in the Public Sector. Extensive management experience. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Extensive knowledge of relevant public service financial prescripts, department of health policies, delegations, and procedures. Extensive experience in managing supply chain departments revenue, case management, reception, and information management. Computer literacy and thorough knowledge of computer systems (LOGIS, BAS, IPS and MS office). Strong strategic, leadership and management skills with an ability to develop a high performing and person and service-centred team. Experience in developing new and innovative practices to drive efficiency and quality within relevant components.
 
DUTIES : Accountable for the Finance Management Component of the facilities under his/her responsibility including the Hospital Facility Board. Accountable for the Supply Chain Management for hospital and primary health care clinics within his/her domain. Accountable for the reception, records, revenue, case management and other departments as determined by the CEO. Accountable for the Information Management for the various facilities in his/her domain. Accountable for People Management within the Components Finance and Supply Chain. Active member of Victoria Hospital Executive committee.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Vaughan Tel No: (021) 799-1125
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. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to complete a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 
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POST 22/196 PROGRAMME COORDINATOR: CLINICAL TRANING (IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT / EMERGENCY CARE)
Directorate: People Development Centre: Plumstead
(1 Year Contract)
SALARY : R382 245 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of service benefits
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification Health related qualification, registrable with the relevant council of South African Nursing Council or Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registration with a professional council: Registration with RCSA and AHA as a licenced BLS instructor and Qualified Assessor. Experience: Appropriate/ recognisable experience in emergency care training. Appropriate/ recognisable experience as an AHA accredited instructor. Appropriate experience in adult education and curriculum design. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid code (B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to travel and work overtime. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work independently, under pressure, unsupervised and in a team context. In-depth knowledge and understanding of First Aid training. In-depth knowledge and understanding of Emergency Care Training BLS. Ensure that clinical training design, framework and educational pathway of health care workers are delivered as determined by service training needs and service design.
 
DUTIES : Facilitate the development of in-service clinical training strategy for all categories of DOH health professionals. (Emergency Care). Develop appropriate clinical training courses to meet identified skills gap (Emergency Care). Facilitate the implementation of clinical training courses (Emergency Care). Monitor, evaluate and report on training interventions (Emergency Care). Effective stakeholder engagement. Effective and efficient use of resources.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms E Joubert Tel No: (021) 763-5320
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. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to complete a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 22/197 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: FINANCE REVENUE
SALARY : R261 372 per annum
CENTRE : Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, Rondebosch.
 
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 a Debt and Revenue Management/Hospital accounting environment. Appropriate experience in AR and Clinicom. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to rotate within Finance Section and relieve colleagues. Willingness to work overtime when required. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication skills (written and verbal) in at least two or the three official languages of the Western Cape. Ability to plan, organize and prioritize responsibilities. Ability to work under pressure, independently and meet timeframes. Good management skills with analytical abilities. Good interpersonal and labour relations abilities. Knowledge of Hospital Fees Memorandum Chapter 18, UPFS, BAS, HIS, Clinicom, Accounts Receivable (AR) System, JAC and Finance instructions. Computer literacy (Microsoft Office). Strong sense of confidentiality and trustworthiness. Knowledge of Budgeting, PFMA, Treasury and Finance Instructions.
 
DUTIES : Manage the operational duties of the Hospital Fees Department (General, Medical Aid and Case Management). Manage the financial transactions (HIS, BAS, Cash Management, Credit Balance and JAC). Debt Manage Patient Fees (Irrecoverable Debt Relief Delegations). Revenue Manage Patient Fees (EDI, Follow-up medical aid and non-medical aid invoices, RAF, Foreign Patients, Research Patients and State Departments) in line with Hospital Fees Manual Chapter 18 and related Finance Instructions. Human Resource management. Client Liaison and Information Management: Interpretation, communication, and implementation of Finance Instructions. File Management and destruction of State records. Attending meetings/forums.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms HJ van Graan Tel No: (021) 658 5007
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. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to complete a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 22/198 MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST GRADE 2 TO 3 (HEPATOLOGY) (5/8TH POST)
SALARY : Grade 1: R236 502 (5/8th) per annum
Grade 2: R278 595 (5/8th) per annum
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 Technologist. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist. Experience: Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in respect of South African qualified employees. A minimum of 11 years 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 3: A minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in respect of South African qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years 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. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent knowledge and skills in biochemistry, molecular biology and genetics methodologies associated with running a diagnostic genetic and biochemistry laboratory focussing on liver diseases and the porphyrias. E.g., spectrophotometry, fluorimetry, organic extraction, ion-exchange chromatography, HPLC, DNA isolation, PCR, restriction enzyme digestion and sequencing. Excellent knowledge, use and maintenance of laboratory equipment and processes required for spectrophotometric, HPLC and DNA/gene and PCR work. Excellent knowledge related to diagnostic laboratory reporting (verbal and written), record keeping and database management. Excellent interpersonal skills, good communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
 
DUTIES : Run and perform the laboratory work associated with the biochemical screening and gene testing facility of the porphyria and liver diagnostic laboratory and report to the Director of the Laboratory, and Head of Division of Hepatology. Carry out development of better techniques and analysis, and new tests, for the diagnosis of the porphyrias, liver diseases and investigation of new gene mutations associated with porphyria, iron overload (HFE) or autoimmune and viral hepatitis. Communicate laboratory results to relevant parties and to maintain the porphyria and liver patient (and laboratory results) database as a critical component of the specialist laboratory service underpinning clinical care in the Division of Hepatology at Groote Schuur Hospital (and related and referring doctors and facilities).
 
ENQUIRIES : Prof W Spearman Tel No: (021) 404-5228
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 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 payments of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted with their job application / on appointment. Please note that the afore-said concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (this includes individuals who must apply for change in registration status.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 
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POST 22/199 ARTISAN PRODUCTION FRADE A TO C (PAINTER)
SALARY : Grade A: R193 512 per annum
Grade B: R227 943 per annum
Grade C: R266 109 per annum
CENTRE : Groote Schuur Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Experience: Grade A: No experience required. Grade B: At least 18 years appropriate/recognizable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Grade C: At least 34 years appropriate/recognizable experience in the area after obtaining the relevant Trade Test Certificate. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid vehicle drivers’ licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Conversant with the requirement of the Machinery and Occupational Health and Safety Act. It would be required of the officer to learn and comply with in-house systems and procedures. Ability to plan-ahead (pro-active).
 
DUTIES : Responsible for the preservation of exterior and interior painting works of the building and premises. Responsible for the control over equipment, stock and other tools used within the workshop. Render assistance to Artisan Foreman regarding all functions (including admin work) of the division. Give feedback to supervisor on technical and painting maintenance issues. Assist in supervising, training, and development of staff. Perform standby duties when necessary.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr AK Mgcodo Tel No: (021) 404-6251.
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. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to complete a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 22/200 ADMINISTRATION CLERK: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (PEOPLE MANAGEMENT)
Garden Route District
SALARY : R176 310 per annum
CENTRE : Mossel Bay Hospital
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent). Experience: Appropriate experience in Human Resources (i.e., Salary Administration, Service Conditions, Personnel Management, Pension Administration, PERSAL and Recruitment and Selection). Inherent requirement of the job: Prepare to work overtime when required. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good verbal and written communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Sound Knowledge of HRM Policies and Practices, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Collective Agreements regarding personnel- and salary administration. Computer Literate (i.e., MS office package, e-mail, and internet). Ability to meet deadlines and to maintain confidentiality.
 
DUTIES : Perform all administrative duties pertaining to the personnel administration section e.g., appointments, service terminations, transfers, pension administration, salary administration, leave, housing, injury on duty, distribution of monthly payslips and debt management and verify documents. Responsible for capturing transactions on PERSAL and audit personnel and leave records. Handle all personnel enquiries and correspondence (written and verbal) and file personnel data, policies, regulations, and circulars. Maintenance of registers, i.e., PILIR, RWOPS, Appointment and service terminations. Assist staff, supervisor, management, and members of the Public with regard to Human resource and Personnel matters. Provide an effective support service to supervisor (i.e., relief duties and attending meetings).
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr DI Le Roux Tel No: (021) 938-5500
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. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to complete a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 22/201 TELKOM OPERATOR
SALARY : R147 459 per annum
CENTRE : Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std. 7). Experience: Appropriate experience in operating an electronic switchboard and a messaging system. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, night shifts, weekends, and public holidays. Work overtime when required for operational needs. Physically able to hear and speak clearly. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to operate an electronic switchboard. Excellent listening skills and telephone etiquette. Computer literacy in Microsoft Packages (Word, Excel, and Outlook). Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
DUTIES : Manage switchboard, answer telephonic queries, and deliver messages. Ensure that switchboard and telephone equipment is in working order. Monitor, place and record all cellular, national, and international calls made. Effectively sending of bulk SMSs’ and assist with administration duties in the Paging office. Report all telephone faults to the Call Monitoring Officer, Telkom, and other technical service providers.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr JC Corner Tel No: (021) 404-2303
APPLICATIONS : The Chief Executive Officer: Groote Schuur Hospital, Private Bag X4, Observatory, 7935.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr MS Benjamin
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to complete a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 



POST 22/202 HANDYMAN
(Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services)
SALARY : R147 459 per annum
CENTRE : Oral Health Centre, Tygerberg/Mitchell’s Plain
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Grade 10/Std 8 Certificate or equivalent. Experience: Appropriate experience in carrying out repairs on Dental equipment and Dental Laboratory equipment. Appropriate experience with tasks performed in a workshop environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Ability to perform strenuous physical labour. Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of Dental equipment and ability to carry out repairs on various Dental equipment and Dental Laboratory equipment. Basic knowledge of electrical (light and heavy current), mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, painting and other basic functions of a Handyman. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act. Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
DUTIES : Elementary maintenance, installation and repair works on Dental equipment. Effective support to Supervisor. Elementary maintenance, installations, repair modify and manufacture items, equipment and machines under the supervision of the Supervisor. Manage the use of stock, materials and equipment. Inform on serviceable and/or unserviceable equipment. Responsible for basic administration work as well as completing job cards.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Z Issack Tel No: (021) 370 4424/021 937 3021
APPLICATIONS : The Clinical Manager: Oral Health Centre, Private Bag X1, Tygerberg, 7505.
FOR ATTENTION : Dr E Prince
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 22/203 LINEN STORES ASSISTANT
(Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services)
SALARY : R104 073 per annum
CENTRE : Paarl Hospital.
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic numeracy and literacy Experience: Appropriate experience in linen bank in a hospital environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work overtime; e.g. after- working hours, weekends, and public holidays when operational needs require. Physically fit and be able to hear and speak clearly. Perform hard physical tasks, e.g. pushing heavy linen trolleys to and from the linen bank and wards. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Perform basic routine tasks in the linen bank under supervision. Perform hard physical tasks, e.g., pushing heavy linen trolleys to and from the linen bank and wards. Ability to sort, sluice and count linen of dirty and fouled linen. Ability to communicate (verbal and written) at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of stock and infection control.


DUTIES : Maintain a high standard of cleanliness, hygienic and safe environment. Provide a supporting service to the supervisor. Daily collection of dirty, fouled, and infected linen (in bags) from wards to the linen bank. Delivering of clean linen to the wards. Daily sorting, counting of dirty linen prior to transfer of linen to Central Laundry. Daily sluice of fouled linen. Daily issuing, unpacking, and checking of clean linen. Adhere to loyal service ethics. Perform People Management, labour, and disciplinary responsibilities of staff within your control.
 
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. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to complete a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 22/204 DRIVER (LIGHT DUTY VEHICLE)
(Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services)
SALARY : R104 073 per annum
CENTRE : Southern/Western Sub Structure Office: Metro Health Services
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic reading and writing skills. Experience: Appropriate experience. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver’s licence. Responsible for vehicles and maintenance. Willingness to work overtime irregular hours. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good written and verbal communications skills in at least two of three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of transport regulations. Safe driving skills. Ability to accept accountability and responsibility and to work independently and unsupervised.
 
DUTIES : Schedule transport and plan transport routes. Loading and transporting of goods and staff compliment. Inspection of GG vehicles by reporting for services or minor and major defects. Responsible for prescribed records of logs with regards to vehicles and goods handled. Adhere to departmental codes and procedures. Assist the Transport Officer to maintain the transport fleet in a clean and roadworthy condition by preparing reports.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr G Beukes Tel No: (021) 2020 941
APPLICATIONS : The Director: Metro Health Services, Southern/Western sub-structure, DP Marais Nurses Home, Corner of White and Main Road, Retreat, 7945.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr F Le Roux
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to complete a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
POST 22/205 HOUSEHOLD AID
(Cape Winelands Health District)
SALARY : R104 073 per annum
CENTRE : Cape Winelands TB Centre
 
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Basic numeracy and literacy. Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work shifts weekends, overtime, public holidays, and night duty. The ability to do physical tasks and operate heavy duty cleaning and household equipment. Excellent health status- be able to work with cleaning materials, do high-dusting and lifting of equipment. Rotate in different departments according to operational needs and requirements. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Basic knowledge of hospital cleaning, terminal cleaning, and the use of equipment. Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
DUTIES : Responsible for general cleanliness of wards and adherence to OHS and IPC policies. Provision and effective control of linen. Effective waste management in line with IPC policies. Perform food service duties according to HACCP principles. Correct utilization of physical resources i.e. stock and equipment. Render assistance to the supervisor with regards to general housekeeping duties.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Klaasen Tel No: (023) 348-1311 or Anthea.klaasen@westerncape.gov.za
APPLICATIONS : The Director: Cape Winelands District Office, Private Bag X3079, Worcester, 6849.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms JB Salie
 
NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to complete a practical test.
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 July 2022