Jobs at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic literacy and numeracy.
• Experience: Appropriate experience in transportation of personnel and goods in a health environment.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Valid Code (Code B/EB) driver’s license and willingness to travel. Valid Public Driving Permit (PDP). Willingness to work overtime and to perform standby duties, including weekends and public holidays. Physically fit to handle heavy equipment and objects.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to accept accountability and responsibility and to work independently and unsupervised. Knowledge of routine, maintenance inspections for defects on vehicles and safe driving skills. Must be of sober habits. 

DUTIES :

• Transporting personnel, patients, equipment and supplies. Maintenance of vehicles.
• Perform administrative duties. Render support function to supervisor and oral health team. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None. 
• Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate/ recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing. 
• Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years’ appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, day & night duty, weekends, public holidays and overtime to meet the operational requirements. Willingness to rotate to other wards when required.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (MS Word and Excel). 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. 

DUTIES :

• Provision of optimal, holistic nursing care with set standards and within a professional/legal framework.
• Effective utilisation of resources. Maintain professional growth/ethical standards and self-development.
• Provision of Support to Nursing Services. Participation in training and research. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Four-year National Diploma / Degree or equivalent qualification in Health Sciences, registerable with a South African Statutory Health Professions Council or the South African Nursing Council.
• Experience: Appropriate experience in quality assurance, risk management and health service governance. Appropriate management experience within a hospital environment. Experience in patient safety, complaints management, adverse incident management, clinical audit, occupational health and safety, and service improvement. Experience in personnel management.
• Inherent requirements of the job: A valid Code EB/B driver's license.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Extensive knowledge of health service delivery systems, quality assurance, clinical governance, patient safety, risk management, and occupational health and safety. Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, norms, standards, compliance tools and reporting requirements within the public health sector.
• Strong leadership, management, communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, influence service improvement, manage change and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Computer literacy, including the ability to maintain, analyse and interpret databases and reports. Ability to prepare high-quality written reports, presentations, policies and action plans. Computer literacy, particularly in MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). 

DUTIES :

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for quality assurance, clinical governance, risk management, patient safety and occupational health and safety within Groote Schuur Hospital. Develop, implement, monitor and evaluate systems that strengthen the quality, safety, effectiveness and accountability of care across clinical, administrative and institutional management functions.
• Lead and coordinate quality improvement initiatives, including the complaints and compliments system, adverse incident reporting, morbidity and mortality review processes, clinical audits, patient satisfaction surveys and waiting time surveys.
• Analyse data and service trends to identify risks, gaps and areas for improvement, and ensure the development, implementation and monitoring of appropriate corrective action plans. Support outbreak investigations, infection prevention and control surveillance, occupational health programmes and compliance with relevant legislation, policies, standards, norms and service improvement plans.
• Develop, review and implement policies, protocols, standard operating procedures and reporting systems that promote safe, effective, equitable and patient-centred service delivery. Provide technical advice, training and support to departments and multidisciplinary teams, and promote a culture of quality, accountability, learning, responsiveness and continuous improvement across the hospital. May be required to perform duties outside of normal working hours. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Appropriate 3-year National diploma or degree.
• Experience: Appropriate experience in public health. Appropriate experience in project management. Appropriate experience in stakeholder engagement and partnerships. Appropriate experience in strategic support. Appropriate experience in health promotion.
• Inherent requirement of the job: Valid driver’s licence and ability to drive. Willingness to travel within South Africa. Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Project Management skills. Knowledge and application of regulations, policies, procedures and indicators relevant to Wellness and integrated Health promotion programmes. Understanding of the District Health system. Facilitation, writing, research, conceptualisation, statistical analysis and strategic support. Monitoring, evaluation, research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office suite and digital platforms. Sound interpersonal, networking and negotiating skills. Creativity, self-motivation, assertiveness and ability to work independently and in a team. Ability to prioritise and organise work, exercise self-discipline and function under pressure, work without supervision and handle a high work volume. 

DUTIES :

• Provide operational and strategic support for policy translation and enablement for Health and Wellness. Promotion integration across the life course and framework for action strategic actions.
• Operationalize processes for effective implementation enablement, guidance and support for Health and Wellness Promotion across the life course and framework for action strategic actions.
• Administer Monitoring, evaluation and Reporting. Facilitate Intersectoral collaboration, stakeholder engagement and management. Provide logistical and administrative support to the component and programmatic areas. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) / Grade 9 / STD7.
• Experience: Appropriate supervisory experience of staff and mortuary administration.
• Inherent requirements of the job: A Valid driver’s licence. Willingness to work night shifts, public holidays, weekends, overtime and be on standby.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer skills (MS Office, Excel and Word). Knowledge of applicable death administration legislations and relevant policies. Knowledge of infection prevention and control. 

DUTIES :

• Responsible for overall supervision and management of Porters. Management of mortuary equipment, assets and consumables.
• Ensure effective and efficient mortuary administration and handling of bodies.
• To provide an effective and efficient support to Support Services Managers. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Practitioner. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council 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 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council 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 10 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 11 years’ relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate experience and skills in surgical care to manage a ward, theatre and outpatients at a large district level hospital. Ability to work in a team and all levels of staff. Must be able to perform amputations and minor surgical procedures safely and without surgical supervision. Candidates must be able to perform basic diagnostic upper endoscopy. 

DUTIES :

• Clinical management of all acute and non-acute surgical and trauma emergencies at a busy district level hospital. Management of critically ill patients including resuscitation of patients while awaiting transfer to tertiary level care.
• Supervision and teaching of students and interns. Provide a proficient administrative service regarding all clinical and non-clinical matters and medicolegal work.
• Provide guidance and leadership towards strategic goals and objectives of the department. Ensure cost efficient service at clinical level with regards to laboratory services, blood, medicines, consumables and equipment. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council 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 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council 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 10 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 11 years’ relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Commuted overtime is compulsory. Emergency and after-hours call cover.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Experience in labour ward management, including operative and assisted deliveries. Experience in essential gynaecological emergency care. Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Ability to work in integrated multi-disciplinary teams across platforms. Computer literacy in MS Office. 

DUTIES :

• Leadership. Teaching. Administration. Clinical Governance. Innovation and Research.
• Clinical Service Provision: Patient Care: in and after-hours provision of care. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• An appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Occupational Therapist. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist in respect of RSA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist 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 an Occupational Therapist in respect of SA qualified employees. A Minimum of 11 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist 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 an Occupational Therapist in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist 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: A Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the Metro.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Relevant skills in assessing, developing and implementing Occupational Therapy intervention. Sound knowledge of relevant National and Provincial legislation. Knowledge of Health Care 2030. Experience in student training/supervision. Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, Outlook. 

DUTIES :

• Coordinate & manage OT services for a designated area. People management (Rehab Care Workers, students, volunteers).
• Liaise and collaborate with stakeholders.
• Screen, assess and intervene as required and is relevant & appropriate. Link to appropriate levels of care. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic numeracy and literacy.
• Experience: Appropriate experience in a registry environment or medical records.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication skills. 

DUTIES :

• Deliver folders and other documents to wards and clinics. Collection of folders from different wards and clinics.
• Follow up queries of folders. Keep register of all folders delivered.
• Sorting of all incoming folders at Medical Records. Assist with ad hock tasks at Medical records.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate 3-year Diploma/Degree.
• Experience: Appropriate experience in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Revenue and Patient Administration environment. Appropriate knowledge and practical experience in BAS, LOGIS, Clinicom and Account Receivables System. Appropriate practical experience in Budget and expenditure control as well as Assets and Liabilities accounts. Appropriate experience in the procurement of goods, services, warehouse management and asset management administration. Appropriate proven supervisory experience.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and willingness to travel within the West Coast District.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Must have organisational, managerial, leadership skills, an aptitude for working with financial figures and strong people management skills. Ability to work in a team context and motivate team members. Computer literacy in Microsoft package with experience in LOGIS, BAS, Clinicom and account receivables system. Knowledge of PFMA, Finance instructions, Provincial and National treasury regulations, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 5 of 2000 (PPPFA) as well as Accounting Officer System. Good verbal and written communication skills. 

DUTIES :

• Responsible for overall management of all Supply Chain Management functions. Responsible for Inventory Control, warehouse management and asset management processes. Accurate and timeous preparation of reports and assist with the compilation of the Interim and Annual Financial Statements.
• Supervise the clearance of Asset and Liabilities accounts, Sundry payments, Budgeting vs expenditure and timeous preparation of relevant reports. Authorization of BAS/Logis payments. Effective and efficient supervision of Financial Management processes such as creditor payments, journals, SCOA and BMI management.
• Accurate and timeous completion of all Revenue related monthly reporting and Revenue transaction system authorization. Contract management assistance in respect of Supply Chain and Finance responsibilities. Ensure sound Labour practices are executed and implemented. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Nursing Assistant. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Nursing Assistant.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None after registration with SANC as a Nursing Assistant. 
• Grade 2: A Minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Nursing Assistant with SANC.
• Grade 3: A Minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Nursing Assistant with SANC.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work overtime, shifts, public holidays and weekends. Willingness to rotate within the institution.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of nursing processes and procedures as outlined in nursing, health related public service legislation, regulation and policies. Skills to effectively communicate verbally and in writing. Ability to function within the multi-disciplinary team and facilitate on the level of the advertised position.

DUTIES :

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (physical care). Provide elementary clinical nursing care.
• Effective utilization of physical and financial resources. Maintain professional growth / ethical standards and self-development. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Basic literacy and numeracy.

Experience:

• Appropriate experience working in a grounds and gardening environment.
• Inherent requirement of the job: Be able to operate garden machinery (lawn mowers and brush cutters). Valid code (B/EB) driving license as well as the ability to operate and drive a tractor.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Gardening skills including landscaping and irrigation systems. Good written and verbal communication skills. 

DUTIES :

• Responsible for the development and maintenance of facility garden and terrain as well as bondage of machinery.
• The preparation of ground covers for planting trees and bushes.
• The maintenance of flower and other beddings. Ensure that grounds and gardens are maintained (horticultural aspects). Support to supervisor. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent).
• Experience: Appropriate experience in Patient Administration/ Admissions. Appropriate Client Care experience.
• Inherent requirement of the job: Prepared to work long hours (which may include night duty, weekends and public holidays) and work overtime on short notice.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to accept accountability and responsibility, and to work independently and unsupervised, as well as in a multi-disciplinary team. 

DUTIES :

• Registration and capturing of patient information on PHCIS. Recordkeeping, filing, retrieving, tracing of folders, destruction and opening of folders. Cash Management. Effective and efficient handling of patient documentation. Perform relief duties within the facility as needed. Effective and efficient handling of enquiries.

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year accredited with the SANC Advance Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science (R212). OR A 4-year bachelor’s degree in nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Midwifery. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years’ appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. 
• Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years’ appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
• Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work shifts, night duty, overtime, public holidays and weekends. Willingness to assist in other departments within the facility when needed.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication skills (both written and verbal). Appropriate supervisory skills and optimal utilisation of subordinates. Knowledge of Maternal & Neonatal Health Care services within a hospital setting, occupational health/ staff wellness and principles of infection prevention and -control. Ability to manage consumable resources effectively. Computer literacy. 

DUTIES :

• Provision of specialized quality patient care and health service delivery.
• Effective implementation of infection control policies and health and safety legislation. Effective utilization of all human- and physical resources.
• Assist with Financial management and cost containment. Participate in health research, data collection & quality improvement initiatives. Provision of Support to Nursing Services. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualifications:

• Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. OR A 4-year bachelor’s degree in nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. (This dispensation is only applicable for posts of Clinical Programme Coordinator where it is an inherent requirement of the post, incumbent to maintain registration with the SANC). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse.

Experience:

• A minimum of 7 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and willingness to travel and work overtime when required.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to think strategically and analytically, work independently, as well as the ability to interpret and implement policies and guidelines. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint). 

DUTIES :

• Coordination and implementation of the Sub-district integrated comprehensive health services i.e. HIV/AIDS/STI/TB services and establishing service linkages with integrated management of chronic conditions, 1st 1000 day’s strategy, adolescent, women’s and men’s health services and establishing health services linkages on all service platforms at Sub-district level.
• Provide oversight, supervision and support to health facilities with regards to the implementation quality assurance policies, guidelines, protocols, norms and standards.
• Involvement with People Development component in skills development and training to support integrated health services provision. Responsible for the strengthening and coordination of internal and external interface management with stakeholders, including NPOs, to enhance implementation of the COPC principles.
• Monitoring and Evaluation of Integrated Health services performance as well as the effective implementation of appropriate projects to improve the integrated Primary Health care services and outcomes in the Sub-district. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std 7).
• Experience: Appropriate cleaning/housekeeping, Terminal Cleaning, Stock Control, Linen Management and Waste Management experience in a hospital environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Must work shifts.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of how to operate the cleaning equipment, perform terminal cleaning and effective usage of consumables. Sound verbal and written communication skills. Good interpersonal, organising and decision-making skills. Knowledge of cleaning and housekeeping policies, protocols, and procedures as well as Infection Prevention Control measures. 

DUTIES :

• Responsible for overall control, organising, performing and co-ordinating of tasks related to linen, waste management, hygiene services, terminal cleaning, contract management and stock control. Responsible for record-keeping and compilation of reports.
• To submit requisition for repairs of broken equipment thus ensuring a safe working environment. Relief according to the needs of the service.
• Coordination of the provision of effective training appropriate to service delivery. Effectively manage the utilization and supervision of resources as well related HR matters. To provide training to the cleaning staff. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post-basic nursing qualification with a duration of at least 1 year diploma in Clinical Nursing Science: Health Assessment, Treatment and Care, accredited with the SANC (R48). OR A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited with the SANC in Primary Care Nursing. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: A minimum of 4 years appropriate/recognizable nursing experience after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General nursing.
•  Grade 2: A minimum of 14 years appropriate/recognizable nursing experience after registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse in General Nursing. At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognizable experience in the specific speciality after obtaining the 1 year post basic qualification OR a post-graduate diploma in the relevant speciality. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB/C1) driver’s licence and willingness to travel. Willingness to work on the mobile health clinic bus. Willingness to work overtime. Competencies (knowledge/skills): NIMART training or experience. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal). Problem solving, report writing, liaison and facilitation skills. Basic computer skills in (i.e., MS Word, Excel, Outlook). Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. 

DUTIES :

• Assist with the management of the Burden of disease according to the Comprehensive Health Programme. Quality of service Plan and implement Health Promotion and Prevention activities in facility and community Accurate Information Management and record keeping.
• Assist with the management of human resources, Financial, SCM, Strategy & Health Support Infrastructure & Equipment. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) as a Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post Basic) Institutional or Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post Basic). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic) or Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic) (Institutional).

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None after registration with the SAPC as Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic). 
• Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist’s Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC. 
• Grade 3: A minimum of 13 years’ appropriate experience as Pharmacist’s Assistant after registration as a Pharmacist’s Assistant (Post-Basic) with the SAPC.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Physical ability to safely move heavy pharmaceutical items stored at various heights in the pharmacy. Must be willing to prepare and mix chemotherapy. Ability and willingness to work in a team environment with rotation of duties according to rosters. Must be willing to work overtime and after hours as needed.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) as well as demonstrating experience in using JAC/ WellSky dispensing system. Knowledge of Good Pharmacy Practice and of institutional pharmacy practices and procedures. Knowledge of Medicine Supply Management Principles, including cold chain management.
• Appropriate knowledge of National and Provincial Health Policies, Medicines Act 101of 1965, the Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974 and Public Finance Management Act. Patient orientated with excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to communicate with other health care professionals. Ability to plan, manage time effectively, take accountability, problem solve, innovate, work accurately under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Ability to take accountability for assigned duties including medicine related queries. 

DUTIES :

• Providing a safe, efficient, cost-effective comprehensive pharmaceutical service. Dispensing of medicines including documenting & assisting with medicine related queries.
• Effective control of pharmaceutical stock in Pharmacy and the Wards, including receiving, storage, control, distribution, cold chain management and temperature monitoring. -
• Assisting with data collection and record keeping. Assisting with training, teaching and mentoring of Pharmacy staff. Supporting the Pharmacy supervisor with process improvement strategies, audit compliance and adhering to GPP requirements.
• Compliance with all People management policies and practices, including conflict & complaint management. Ensuring adherence to Infection Control and Occupational Health & Safety Practices. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R254) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. OR A 4 year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R683 plus R1497 or R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None
•  Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. 
• Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.
• Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work overtime when needed. Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive a mobile clinic vehicle.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Planning and organisational Skills. Self- discipline and motivation. The ability to function independently under pressure. Good communication skills. 

DUTIES :

• Provide direction and supervision for the implementation of quality comprehensive nursing care within the Primary Health Care context.
• Maintain ethical practise within legal and regulatory frameworks. Maintain a constructive working relationship with all relevant stakeholders of the Primary Health Care Team.
• Utilize human, material and physical resources efficiently and effectively. Participate in training programmes and research activities. Maintain workplace disciplinary of sub-ordinates. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

Minimum educational qualification:

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist in Radiology. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Radiology.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Radiology. 
• Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Radiology. 
• Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Radiology.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness and ability to travel within the Metro. Willingness to participate in the commuted overtime system within the Metro Health Services.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to oversee and report on radiological procedures, primarily CT-scanning services at a Regional Hospital. Appropriate experience in teaching, training and supervision of medical staff Work with a team of hospital clinicians to optimise use of CT-scanning facilities. Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, hospital procedures and policies. Good computer literacy skills in the MS Office package. 

DUTIES :

• Clinical service provision, primarily manage, administer and co-ordinate the implementation of a comprehensive CT scanning service. X-ray reporting, provide statistics and strategic planning and assistance for ultra-sound services.
• Ensure the maintenance of quality care standards in the radiology services together with Chief Radiographer and Clinical Manager.
• Guide staff, teaching, training and supervision of staff. To support the Metro West platform as required. Efficient use of resources, manage assets, consumables, and services effectively.