Jobs Available at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic numeracy and literacy skills. 
• Experience: Appropriate experience as a Cleaner in a hospital/health facility environment.
• Inherent requirements of the job: The ability to do physical tasks and operate heavy duty cleaning machinery and household equipment. Rotate in different departments according to operational needs and requirements.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of the correct methods of handling and disposal of refuse /waste products and adherence to policy and cleaning practices. Good interpersonal skills. 

DUTIES :

• Cleaning of all offices, common areas, kitchens and ablution facilities of the facility, including deep cleaning and detailed cleaning tasks.
• Provide a clean, safe, and hygienic environment to prevent injuries and the spread of infection which includes sweeping, scrubbing, mopping of floors, dusting, polishing of floors and furniture, emptying bins daily, cleaning of windows, light shades, walls and all toilets, sluices and drains.
• Ensure that cleaning equipment e.g., polishing and scrubbing machines, mops, brooms, buckets etc. are clean after usage and securely stored.
• Ensure removal of waste from building daily. Notify management of deficiencies or repairs required. Provide relief services according to the needs of the service. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683) 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 SANC, in terms of R212 in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing (Adult) OR A 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (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 Critical Care Nursing (Adult). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
• Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate /recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty. Inherent requirements of the job: Perform after-hour, weekend and public holiday duties for the department.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Principles of Management: Supervisory, leadership, problem solving, conflict resolution and interpersonal/communication skills as well as the ability to function independently and as part of the multi-disciplinary team. Good organisational skills and the ability to function under pressure. Knowledge of Nursing legislation related legal and ethical nursing practices and framework, Human Resources, Labour relations legislation and Financial Management, Public sector legislation. Computer literacy (i.e. Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). 

DUTIES :

• Provide innovative leadership in the allocated area to realise the strategic goals and objectives of the Nursing Division. Responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of quality nursing care within the relevant department; participation and implementation of audits and planned improvement initiatives.
• Participate in formulation, monitoring and implementation of policies, guidelines, standards, quality improvement initiatives, procedures and regulations pertaining to nursing care within the relevant Department.
• Provide effective support and management of human, material and financial resources, as well as Functional Business FBU management principles. Manage staff performance, training and personal development of self and subordinates including management of underperformance and grievances.
• Collect, provide and use relevant information for the enhancement of service delivery, including participation in and encouragement of nursing research as well as maintaining ethical standards and promote professional development. Night duty allocation as required by department. Deputising for Assistant Manager: Nursing. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Grade 10 Certificate or (or equivalent).
•  Experience: Appropriate experience in carpentry.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Ability to lift, move and handle heavy power-tools.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to plan ahead (pro-active) and work independently as well as in a team. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Knowledge in joinery and machining in carpentry field. Adherence to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and its relevant regulations. 

DUTIES :

• Assist in ordering and controlling the workshop, materials and tools.
• Complete and return repair requisitions and keep record of all repairs and perform the necessary administrative functions. Assist Artisans and Artisan Foreman in the performance of their duties.
• Maintain and repair hospital furniture and equipment. Assist with the execution of carpentry projects/repairs and maintenance at hospital. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

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 requirements of the job: Perform standby duties and work overtime when required. A valid driver’s license (Code B/EB).
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy. Learn and comply with in-house systems and procedures. Good communication skills (verbal and written). High tension knowledge. Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and its relevant regulations. 

DUTIES :

• Check, maintain, install and repair hospital electrical equipment. Attend to emergency electrical failures or problems.
• Supervise work schedule for the division and assist in supervising and training of staff. Responsible for the necessary administrative functions of the workshop.
• Render assistance to Artisan Foreman with regard to all functions (including administrative work) of the division and give feedback to supervisor on service and maintenance issues. Exercise control over tools and materials. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Grade 12 Senior Certificate (or Equivalent). 
• Experience: Appropriate experience in Human Resources.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Valid driver’s license. Willingness to travel and work overtime when required.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams). Ability to work independently as well as in a team. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Good organising and numerical skills. Sound knowledge of HRM Policies and practices, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Collective Agreements regarding personnel and salary administration. Knowledge of PERSAL. 

DUTIES :

• Perform all administrative duties pertaining personnel administrative and salary administration functions.
• Ensure correct application of Human Resource. Maintenance of effective record keeping systems and assist with registers.
• Provide an effective support function to Supervisor. Perform all administrative duties pertaining Recruitment and Selection. 

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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.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Applicants must be willing to provide after-hours emergency service on a duty roster. Willingness to participate in after hour duties – including weekends and public holidays.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Clinical experience in a district or regional hospital providing comprehensive psychiatric care. Ability to work in a professional team. Post-internship experience in psychiatry (under onsite supervision of a registered psychiatrist), including clinical experience with completion of MHCA forms. Ability to achieve and maintain good interpersonal relations with staff, patients and their families. Completion of /or exemption from South African Community Service. Good interpersonal, administrative, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. Display empathy for patients, promote advocacy and facilitate holistic treatment. Good time management. 

DUTIES :

• Provide a high-quality clinical service to patients and their families. Supervision of medical interns to ensure quality of care and good clinical outcomes.
• Interaction with (and supervision of where necessary) nursing staff, allied professionals and students. Informal teaching and training of junior staff in the course of clinical work. Clinical teaching of undergraduate medical students and nurses.
• Effective and efficient administration of clinical services. Administration of medical officer rosters. Improve professional competence by regular self-learning and reflection with the application of current evidence. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Qualification that allows registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as a Staff Nurse.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None. 
• Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Staff Nurse with the SANC. 
• Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Staff Nurse with the SANC.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Willing to rotate in other wards when required. Willingness to work night duty, weekends, public holidays and overtime.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of Nursing care processes. Ability to function in a team. Good interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbally. 

DUTIES :

• Development and implementation of basic patient care plans. Provide basic 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 skills. 
• Experience: Appropriate experience in a stores / warehouse environment.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Incumbent must be able and strong enough to lift heavy boxes. Incumbent must be able to operate loaded pallet jacks within normal limits. Willingness to undergo training to operate a Hyster/forklift. Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Ability to work independently and in a team. Good interpersonal and communication skills.

DUTIES :

• Effective and efficient receiving of stock orders from the bulk store into Dispatch.
• Move goods to and from different sections via a pallet jack using a goods lift or forklift/ hyster.
• Pack stock in boxes according to standards. Adherence to warehouse housekeeping standards. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std 7).
• Experience: Appropriate cleaning, linen and housekeeping experience in a hospital environment.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. Willingness to work overtime and relief duties in other wards to ensure effective provision of services.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Proper working knowledge of all cleaning and housekeeping policies, protocols, procedures and good work ethics. Good interpersonal, organising and decision-making skills. Knowledge of safety and hygiene standards. Knowledge of inventory/stock control. Ability to work in a team and independently. Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel). 

DUTIES :

• Responsible for overall control, organizing, performing and coordinating tasks related to food, linen and hygiene services. Ensure the control of cleaning, sorting, counting, unpacking and wash/sluice linen and patient clothing.
• Effective management with regard to ordering, utilization, control of cleaning, household items and equipment. Responsible for record-keeping and compilation of reports.
• Coordination of the provision of effective training appropriate to service delivery. Effectively manage the utilisation and supervision of resources as well related HR matters. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Carpentry.

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. Willingness to be available after hours and perform standby duties.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good communication skills. Computer literate. Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 and its relevant regulations. 

DUTIES :

• Render assistance including departmental budgeting and procurement expenditure control. Supervise, train, develop junior staff and other HR related duties including evaluation reports of staff. Assist with the upkeep of a database of servicing and inspection of all plant, equipment and machinery.
• Do maintenance and repairs to plant, hospital services and equipment. Plan and design new installations and alterations attend to emergencies/standby duties and give technical advice.
• Assist in compiling specifications and await tenders and ensure compliance with stores regulations. Determine best utilisation of materials and to requisition materials accordingly. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Qualification that allows registration with SANC as a Nursing Assistant. Registration with a professional council: Registration with SANC as a Nursing Assistant.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None. 
• Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Nursing Assistant. 
• Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years appropriate/recognizable experience in nursing after registration with the SANC as a Nursing Assistant.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Willing to rotate in other wards when required. Willingness to work shifts (day and night), weekends, public holidays and overtime.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good Interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work independently, but also as a part of a team. 

DUTIES :

• Assist patients with activities of daily living which includes patient hygiene, nutritional status, mobility and elimination needs.
• Provide elementary clinical nursing care. Effective utilization of physical and financial resources.
• Maintaining professional growth/ethical standards and self-development and record keeping. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics or Accounting as a passed subject and/or Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with experience/competencies that focuses on the Key Performance Areas (KPA’s) of the post.
• Experience: Appropriate experience in a Fees/Revenue related environment.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Strong sense of confidentiality. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Computer literacy. Knowledge of BAS, AR, HIS, Clinicom, PFMA, Finance Instructions. Knowledge of procedures on how to handle state monies. Knowledge of journal capturing/petty cash processes and refunds procedures. 

DUTIES :

• Keeping state monies locked in the safe at all times. Issue petty cash and refund from petty cash when required to do so.
• Cashier duties including proper hand over when taking over from another cashier.
• Credit patients accounts on AR. Capture receipts on BAS/journals capturing. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Registered Councillor. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as a Registered Councillor.

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Registered Councillor.
•  Grade 2: A minimum of 8 years appropriate experience as a Councillor after registration with Health Professional Council (HPCSA) as Counsellor. 
• Grade 3: A minimum of 16 years appropriate experience as a Councillor after registration with Health Professional Council (HPCSA) as Counsellor.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to consult clients, attend and conduct meetings and training sessions.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge and/or experience in counselling, psychometric assessments and identification of mental health challenges. Ability to think strategically and analytically, as well as the ability to interpret and implement policies and guidelines. Work within your professional scope of practice and know when to refer for more specialized mental health interventions. Knowledge and experience in providing mentoring and supervision of other lay health workers. Ability to communicate.
• Computer literacy (i.e. MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel). Knowledge and application of regulations, policies and procedures relevant to health programs. Able to work independently and in a team. Good presentation skills and the ability to conduct meetings and training. Good intra- and interpersonal skills aimed at professional relational development, maintenance of good professional relations and effective conflict resolution.
• Adaptable and innovative in a high-pressured environment. Conceptualisation skills are appropriate for individual and group evidence-based intervention identification and application. Ability to work in a diverse, multi-cultural and inclusive environment. 

DUTIES :

• Providing preventative and developmental counselling services and interventions on all systems levels; Performing supportive psychological interventions to enhance mental well-being on an individual basis, group basis or at community level.
• Performing basic psychological screening aimed at overall generalized functioning enhancement.
• Provide counselling in conjunction with interdisciplinary/multi-sectoral support team. Provide psycho-education and mental health promotion. Report writing and providing feedback to clients/supervisor(s) on interventions.
• Attend regular clinical supervision and form part of the sub-district and district mental health teams. Provide supervision, mentoring and support to lay health workers. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

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

Experience: 

• Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA in respect of RSA-qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Physiotherapist 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 Physiotherapist in respect of RSA-qualified employees. A Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA a Physiotherapist 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 Physiotherapist in respect of RSA-qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Physiotherapist 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: Ability to work after hours for ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) calls. Willingness to work overtime.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of applicable health legislation, relevant Acts and Public Service Policies and Procedures. Good problem solving, interpersonal and communication skills. Appropriate, clinical experience as a Physiotherapist in an acute and specialist/tertiary hospital setting. Ability to supervise undergraduate students in a tertiary setting. Ability to work independently. Ability to work within MDT. Ability to problem solve, organise and prioritise patient treatments/discharge plans. Ability to work under extreme pressure. Computer literacy. 

DUTIES :

• Assess and treat patients in Trauma, Oncology, Maternity, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedic, Acute Spinal Cord Injuries, OPD, Medical, Surgical, Cardiothoracic wards as well as High Care and Intensive Care units associated with these wards.
• Be responsible for administration related to patient care as well as departmental administration. Management of assets in allocated work area. Assist in the clinical teaching/supervision of undergraduate students.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/ Grade 9 (Std 7).
• Experience: Appropriate experience in a pneumatic tube station environment.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts and ability to report for duty 06:30 (weekends included).
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of the Tube distribution service. Good communication skills (written and verbal). 

DUTIES :

• Responsible for the operational function of the Pneumatic Tube System, the dispatch of tubes and telephonic queries/ requests. Responsible for reporting defective specimens. Responsible for transporting specimens from various laboratories. Responsible for receipt/ dispatch of specimens, postal forms, medical reports and other related documents. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic numeracy and literacy.
• Experience: Appropriate experience in a large-scale Industrial Food Service Unit.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. Ability to work in large scale freezers and cold rooms. Physically strong to lift heavy objects and be on their feet the entire day.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to function in a group and to work under pressure. Ability to prepare food according to standardised recipes. Knowledge of National Food Service Guidelines. Knowledge of basic cleaning and maintenance of equipment. Good communication skills. 

DUTIES :

• Prepare, dish up and serve food for normal and special diets. Assist with the receipt, storage and stock control of food supplies.
• Follow and maintain hygiene and safety directives including the use of apparatus and equipment, washing of crockery and cooking utensils.
• Assist with the informal in-service training of new employees. Attend prescribed training courses. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics and/or Accountancy as a passed subject and /or Senior Certificate with experience/competencies that focus on the Key Performance Areas (KRA’s) of the post.
• Experience: Appropriate asset management experience.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Provincial Treasury regulations and Policies. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Computer literacy (MS Office: Excel, word and PowerPoint).

DUTIES :

• Partake in the annual asset count and adcoc inspections. Disposal of redundant, absolete and unserviceable items in accordance with policies. Barcoding and tracking of all assets.
• Updating and maintenance of the asset register with regard to equipment purchased, donated, transfers and disposals. Assist with the implementation of relevant asset management policies. 

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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 a 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): Sound understanding of cardiothoracic surgical care pathways, referral systems and clinical prioritisation. Understanding of the operational challenges of public sector health care delivery, including equity, governance and service sustainability. Ability to coordinate patient flow between Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery in a structured and clinically appropriate manner. Proficiency in database management and data entry, with the ability to develop and maintain Claris FileMaker databases.
• Develop SQL databases. Ability to generate reports and interpret data for clinical governance, audit and waiting-list management. Meticulous attention to detail and a systematic approach to clinical record-keeping and data integrity. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across departments. Computer literacy, including proficiency in standard office applications and clinical information systems. 

DUTIES :

• Clinical coordination of patient flow between the Division of Cardiology and the Chris Barnard Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, including triage, referral management and waiting-list oversight.
• Contribution to departmental governance and continuous quality improvement initiatives. Facilitation of pre-operative workup and communication between cardiology and surgical teams. Oversight of waiting-list patients including follow-up, risk stratification, escalation and documentation. Attendance at combined cardiology-cardiac surgery meetings and multidisciplinary team (MDT) discussions.
• Maintenance and updating of the divisional Claris FileMaker patient management database, surgical waiting list and follow-up registry. Maintenance of real-time transplant recipient and donor matching data, accessible on a 24/7 basis. Data quality assurance, integrity checks and generation of reports for clinical governance, audit, morbidity and mortality review, and external reporting.
• Participation in combined cardiology-cardiac surgery meetings, multidisciplinary team discussions, and departmental governance meetings and M&M’s. Daily attendance during working hours to maintain patient flow coordination and database operations. Availability to ensure real-time transplant recipient and donor matching data is accessible and current at all times. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: General Education and Training Certificate (GETC)/Grade 9 (Std 7).
• Experience: Appropriate housekeeping experience in a hospital environment. Appropriate supervisory experience.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Ability to perform physical tasks, e.g. lifting heavy equipment. Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays, including night shift when the need arises. Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Supervisory skills and optimal utilisation of sub-ordinates. Ability to perform routine structured tasks. Ability to adhere to safety standards, including Infection Prevention Control. Ability to do hospital hygiene audits. Understanding of hospital waste management, linen management, catering and time management. 

DUTIES :

• (key result areas/outputs): Supervise, co-ordinate, control and inspect the duties of the Household Aids. Assist household staff with their duties when staff shortages occur. Do scheduling of housekeeping duty registers.
• Ensure the correct segregation and removal of different types of waste in the wards. Maintain a high standard of hygiene and tidiness in the unit/institution. Order and control stock and kitchen/cleaning equipment. Ensure proper linen sorting and Linen management in the wards.
• Render support to the nursing department and none nursing personnel at ward level. Render support to the Support Services unit. Adhere to the Code of Conduct and display the core values of the Department of Health: Western Cape Government in the execution of duties. Maintain self-development. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic R425 qualification (i.e. diploma/degree in nursing) or equivalent qualification (R683) 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 in Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: General or Medical and Surgical Nursing Science: Critical Care Nursing: Trauma and Emergency or 4-year Bachelor Degree in Nursing (R174) or equivalent qualification (R171 plus R1497) that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse. A post graduate diploma (R635) accredited in Emergency Nursing or Critical Care Nursing (Adult). Registration with a professional council: Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.
• Experience: A minimum of 9 years appropriate /recognisable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the 1-year post-basic qualification or post-graduate diploma in the relevant specialty.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Perform after-hour and weekend duties for the department and the hospital.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Principles of Management: Supervisory, leadership, problem solving, conflict resolution and interpersonal/communication skills. Extensive knowledge in General Nursing and the relevant Nursing Speciality including public sector policies and protocols.
• Knowledge of Nursing legislation, related legal and ethical nursing practices and framework. Human Resources, Labour relations legislation and Financial Management, including computer literacy (i.e. Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). 

DUTIES :

• Provide innovative leadership in the allocated area to realise the strategic goals and objectives of the Nursing Division. Responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of quality nursing care within the relevant department. 
• Participate in formulation, monitoring and implementation of policies, guidelines, standards, procedures and regulations pertaining to nursing care within the relevant Department.
• Provide effective support and management of human, material and financial resources, as well as Functional Business FBU management principles. Manage staff performance, training and personal development of self and subordinates including management of underperformance and grievances.
• Collect, provide and use relevant information for the enhancement of service delivery, including participation in and encouragement of nursing research

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum educational qualification: Basic literacy and numeracy.
• Experience: Appropriate / recognisable experience in cleaning, linen management and handling of food.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Ability to lift/move heavy equipment and supplies. Render a shift service on weekends, public holidays, day and night and duties and rotate in different departments according to operational needs and requirements.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Incumbent must have the ability to mix cleaning fluids, count and calculate linen supply. Read diet lists. Good planning, organizational and interpersonal skills. 

DUTIES :

• Renders effective, efficient and safe hygiene in wards. Serving of meals and refreshment.
• Handling and removal of waste. Support to Supervisor. Effective utilization of resources.