Assistant Director Therapeutical and Medical Support Grade1 (Re-Advertisement) at Mpumalanga Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS :

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Diploma / Degree in Medical Technology in the category Clinical Pathology or Blood Transfusion that allows with the registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) (2026).
• A minimum of three (3) years appropriate experience in the relevant profession after registration with the Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as independent practice (where applicable) of which five (5) years must be appropriate experience in Management. Knowledge of the Health Care Act, PFMA and its regulations, PPPFA, Public service Act and LRA. Good interpersonal skills and report writing skills. Skills in facilitation and project/ programme management. A valid driver’s licence. 

DUTIES :

• Provide necessary support to the district leadership in formulating appropriate local district policies and guidelines regarding economical, effective and efficient utilization of both Laboratory and Blood transfusion services. Liaise with key partners in establishing guidelines for quality institutional services. Establish reporting systems. Keep records and ensure standard adherence as part of Service Level Agreement management. Ensure the appropriate utilization of the Laboratory and Blood products by developing and implementing a continuous learning programme at all levels of care. Coordinate, audit and monitor the functionality of hospital transfusion and Candidates who are not contacted within 90 DAYS after the closing date must consider their applications as having been unsuccessful.
• Please Note The Department reserves the right to amend / review / withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (People with disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. laboratory committees in the District. Advice the District hospitals on any Clinical Pathology and Blood transfusion related matters.