Job Openings at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills);

• Ability to work in a team. Experience in management of general nuclear medicine, PET/CT imaging and radio nuclide therapy. Computer literacy, database management. 
• Strong moral and ethical record in nuclear medicine. 
• The ability to work in a busy tertiary care hospital providing specialist paediatric nuclear medicine services. Ability to supervise registrars and other related trainees in acquiring paediatric nuclear medicine skills. 
• Strong academic record in terms of teaching and research supported by courses, publications and presentations. 
• Commitment to attaining and teaching advanced skills in nuclear medicine. Sound clinical knowledge and skills in Nuclear Medicine. molecular imaging and targeted radionuclide therapy. 
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. Knowledge of legislation, policies and procedures pertaining to radiopharmaceuticals, their theragnostic applications and clinical trial framework.

Experience:

• Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Nuclear Medicine. 
• Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as Medical Specialist in Nuclear Medicine. 
• Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as a Medical Specialist in Nuclear Medicine.

 
Closing date: 2026/01/30 17:00:00

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Duties (key Result Areas/Outputs):

• Assist with the managing and provision of clinical comprehensive PHC service. 
• Plan and implement Health Promotion and Prevention activities in facility and community. 
• Link with the community structures and the NPO’s.
• Collect data and submit reports on or before time. 
• Assist with managing human and equipment resources. 
• Ensure an effective administrative service. 
• Facilitate clinical teaching, training and health education. 
• Provision of effective clinical services. Partake in research activities.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

• Basic computer literacy (MS Office).
• Ability to function independently, as well as in a multi-disciplinary team to ensure good patient care.
• NIMART training or experience.
• Effective communication skills.

Experience:

• Grade1: A Minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognisable nursing experience after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
• Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/ recognisable nursing experience after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
• At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the one-year post-basic qualification year Diploma in Clinical Nursing Science:
• Health Assessment, Treatment and Care (R48).

Closing date: 2026/01/30 17:00:00

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Experience:

• Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Biokineticist. 
• One-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Biokineticst 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 Biokineticist. A minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Biokineticist 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 Biokineticist. A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Biokineticist in respect of foreign-qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service, as required in South Africa.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

• Knowledge and experience in wellness promotion programmes. 
• Knowledge and application of regulations, policies, procedures and indicators relevant to integrated Health and Wellness promotion programmes. 
• Good understanding of the Public Health system. 
• Strong monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Good numeracy, literacy, and communication abilities. 
• Effective project management capabilities. Basic financial management skills. 
• Proficiency in information technology. 
• Facilitation, writing, research, conceptualisation, analysis and communication. 
• Analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office suite and digital platforms.
• Sound interpersonal, networking and negotiating skills. Ability to prioritise and organise work, exercise self-discipline and function under pressure, work without supervision and handle a high work volume. 
• Creativity, self-motivation, assertiveness, initiative and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Appropriate and relevant experience in public health, programmed development and review, project management, communications, community services or primary health care services, community development, participatory approaches, behavior change, stakeholder engagement, health and wellness promotion, and cross sectoral partnership.

Duties (key Result Areas/Outputs):

• Provide operational and strategic support for the effective development, implementation, and evaluation informing policy to realize health and wellness promotion objectives aligned to priorities across the life course. 
• Operationalize processes for the effective development, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of Health and Wellness Promotion objectives aligned to priorities across the life course to mobilise services and multisectoral stakeholders, to strengthen the Start Well, Live Well and Age Well departmental philosophy. Administer Health and Wellness Promotion M&E and Reporting. Provide logistical, administrative and support to the wellness promotion programmes.

Closing date: 2026/01/30 17:00:00

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Experience:

• Appropriate experience in Revenue (Hospital Fees and Patient Administration) and Medical Records. 
• Appropriate supervisory experience in the Revenue (Hospital Fees and Patient Administration) and Medical Records field.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Access). 
• Workable knowledge of AR System, Clinicom, BAS and JAC as well as knowledge of UPFS, Chapter 18, PFMA, handling of state money, patient valuables (Chapter 6) and patient records management and all circulars, instructions and policies related to the above.
• Good supervisory, interpersonal, leadership and communication skills and a strong sense of responsibility and willingness to travel and work after hours when required.
• Good organizational and administrative skills and the ability to function in a team and under pressure.

Duties (key Result Areas/Outputs):

• Manage Patient Administration Services and Medical Records with the aim of improving data quality and patient information and records according to Finance instructions, circulars, and policies. 
• Manage the Fees Department and ensure implementation and compliance with relevant Finance Instructions, Revenue notices, SOP’s and PFMA as well as conducting and attending meetings and forums. 
• Effective management of Revenue debt and budget control. Ensure completion and submission of monthly reports and provide feedback to management. 
• Ensure effective Human Resources Management, which includes the management of disciplinary procedures as well as supervision and evaluation of personnel under your control.

Closing date: 2026/01/30 17:00:00

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Duties (key Result Areas/Outputs):

• Ensure that returned folders are processed into batches and tracked on ECM tracking tool. Prepare
• Episode Folders for scanning and scan folders.
• Ensure that Electronic Folder is created on ECM for each patient.
• Ensure that content is electronically available under the correct folder adhering to the defined file plan on ECM. Perform quality checks of the scanned documentation to ensure that the standards are adhered to. Support to Supervisor and other Departments.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

• Knowledge of Enterprise Content Management (ECM) Solution and knowledge of batching, preparation, scanning and quality assurance of files.
• Knowledge of correct processes for the handling of patient medical records.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook)

Miniumum Educational Qualification:

• Senior Certificate (or equivalent).

Closing date: 2026/01/30 17:00:00

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Experience:

• Appropriate experience in Information Management in a health environment.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

• Appropriate knowledge of and experience in information management systems (Ideal Clinic/TIER.NET/Sinjani/PHCIS).
• Computer literacy (Ms Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to function independently and within a team environment.

Duties (key Result Areas/Outputs):

• Responsible for data management, i.e. collection, collation, capturing and reporting.
• Perform an administrative role as a member of the information management team.
• Assist with data management quality monitoring.
• Interpret and analyse data trends.
• Participate in health information coordinating activities and maintain data retrieval efficiency.
• Effective patient administration.

Closing date: 2026/01/30 17:00:00

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Experience:

• Appropriate experience in Information Management in a health environment.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

• General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) Grade 9 (Std. 7) and Food Certificate.

Duties (key Result Areas/Outputs):

• Implement and control strategic management of Food Services with regards to giving inputs into the strategic and operational plans of foodservices.
• Implement and control operational Food Services with regards to the preparation and distribution of normal, therapeutic diets and milk feeds to the wards, according to prescribed standardized operational procedures and policies.
• Implement and control quality and risks within Food Services by monitoring safety measures for food preparation, equipment and general hygiene of the Food Service Unit. Implement and control People management within Food Services by completing SPMS reports, duty rosters, annual leave schedules, training of sub-ordinates, scheduling staff meetings and following disciplinary procedures. Implement and control financial management within Food Services by ordering of stock and making use of the computerised costing systems for the procurement process (LOGIS) and completion of statistics.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

• Sound organising and supervisory skills to effectively utilise the Food Service team. Knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points and Food Safety Principles). 
• Knowledge of therapeutic diets, food theory, preparation and cooking methods, production, quality and portion control according to standardised recipes in a large-scale Industrial Food Service Unit. 
• Computer literacy (Office Word and Excel), writing and numerical skills.nt). 
• Good communication skills (verbal and written). Ability to function independently and within a team environment.

Closing date: 2026/01/30 17:00:00

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Experience:

• Appropriate experience in Information Management in a health environment.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

• Appropriate 3 year National Diploma or Degree.

Duties (key Result Areas/Outputs):

• Manage various general support service components, including but not limited to pest control, death administration, grounds and gardening, pneumatic tube system, porter services and reprographics. 
• Perform all administrative and supervisory duties applicable to the operational areas and provide effective support to the Assistant Director and Deputy Director. 
• Ensure adherence to labour relations, financial management, and human resources processes and policies. 
• Participate in audits, compliance activities, and governance reviews. 
• Participate in and chair meetings relevant to the general services portfolio. 
• Oversee contract management processes, including performance monitoring, compliance, and renewals.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

• Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Computer literacy (MS Office, Word, Excel). 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. 
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and demonstrate strong ethical conduct. 
• Ability to apply performance management, labour relations and leave administration frameworks. 
• Ability to draft and implement SOPs and manage contracts. 
• Knowledge of contract management and supply chain management processes.
• Knowledge of general services legislation and operations (e.g., death administration, pest control). 
• Understanding of Quality Assurance, Occupational Health Standards, and Infection Prevention and Control. 
• People management, conflict management and supervisory skills. 
• Strong planning, organizational and administrative skills.

Closing date: 2026/01/30 17:00:00

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Experience:

• Appropriate experience in Creditor Management and Asset and Liability Accounting.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

• Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics or Accountancy as passed subject or Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with experience/competencies that focuses on the Key Performance Areas (KRA’s) of the post.

Duties (key Result Areas/Outputs):

• Processing of BAS and Logis Creditor Payments within 30 days and in compliance with Financial Prescripts. Provide input and prepare Annual Financial Statements and Interim Financial Statements. 
• Keeping record of expenditure items by means of excel spreadsheets used to monitor certain cost drivers. 
• Processing of Journals to correct expenditure allocations. 
• Monitoring and Clearing of Asset & Liability Accounts on a daily basis and reporting on a monthly basis. 
• Performing Cashier functions, including management of Petty Cash and Receipts.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

• Knowledge of the Basic Accounting System (BAS), LOGIS, Assets and Liabilities Suspense Accounts, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations and Instructions. 
• Computer literacy.  

Closing date: 2026/01/30 17:00:00

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Experience:

• Grade 1: None. 
• Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing. 
• Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse in General Nursing.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

• Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse Professional Nurse and Midwifery.

Duties (key Result Areas/Outputs):

• To provide holistic, quality health care and education according to individual needs of patients, family and the community.
• Effective utilization of resources.
• Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self- development.
• Provide support to Nursing Services.
• Participate in training and research.
• Ensure proper record keeping and perform administrative duties.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

• Computer literacy. Planning and organisational skills.
• The ability to function independently under pressure.
• Knowledge and insight into protocols and policies pertaining to nursing practices in a hospital setting.

Closing date: 2026/01/30 17:00:00