Canegrowers Employment Opportunities Sep 2013

Head: Clinical Department (Medical):
Grade 1
Salary: R1 460 886 per annum (inclusive package) (Ref. Health/KH/13/06)

Requirements: â€¢ An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner • A minimum of 10 years’ experience as a Medical Practitioner, of which at least
3 years must have been as Manager of a Medical Unit.

Duties: â€¢ Direct, supervise and evaluate work activities of medical personnel • Develop and implement organisational policies and procedures • Consult with Heads of Units to discuss service problems, respond to community needs, enhance public relations, coordinate activities and plans and promote health programmes • Monitor and develop improvement plans regarding clinical output, new services and cost containment strategies • Provide clinical governance of medical services • Advise Senior Management regarding tertiary services.

Enquiries: Dr S Joubert, tel. (053) 802-2147

Head: Clinical Unit: Grade 1
Salary: R1 168 488 per annum (inclusive package)
• Cardiothoracics (Ref. Health/KH/13/07) • Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery
(Ref. Health/KH/13/08) • Intensive Care Unit (ICU) (Ref. Health/KH/13/09) • Internal Medicine (Clinical Haematology) (Ref. Health/KH/13/10) • Neurosurgery (Ref. Health/KH/13/11) • Ophthalmology (Ref. Health/KH/13/12) • Radiology (Ref. Health/KH/13/13)

Requirements: â€¢ An appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the HPCSA as a Specialist • A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as a Specialist after registration with the HPCSA in a normal speciality or in a recognised sub-speciality.

Duties: â€¢ Offer comprehensive, quality care to patients • Effectively manage administrative functions • Optimally supervise, instruct and train junior personnel, including Registrars • Render outreach and support services to other levels of care in our drainage areas • Participate in academic activities at undergraduate and postgraduate level as required, including outside the Department • Participate in continuing medical education, as required by the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Enquiries: Dr S Joubert, tel. (053) 802-2147

Specialists: Grade 1
Salary: R747 564 per annum (inclusive package)
• Orthopeadics UPHosp (1 Posts) (Ref. Health/UPH/13/01)
• Anaesthesiology UPHosp (2 Posts) (Ref. Health/UPH/13/02)
• Surgical UPHosp (1 Post) (Ref. Health/UPH/13/03)
• Family Medicine UPHosp (1 Post) (Ref. Health/UPH/13/04)
• Paediatrics UPHosp (1 Post) (Ref. Health/UPH/13/05)
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology UPHosp (1 Post) (Ref. Health/UPH/13/06)
• Anaesthesiology (Ref. Health/KH/13/14) • Obstetrics and Gynaecology (2) (Ref. Health/KH/13/15) • Oncology (Ref. Health/KH/13/16) • Urology
(Ref. Health/KH/13/17)

Requirements: â€¢ An MBChB and MMed/Fellowship of the College of South Africa qualification • Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist • 3 years’ post-registration experience • Non-South African citizens should have a valid work permit in conformance with HR Circular 49/2008, obtainable from any Government Department.

Duties: â€¢ Offer a comprehensive quality care service to patients • Effectively manage administrative functions • Optimally supervise, instruct and train junior personnel, including Registrars • Render outreach and support services to other levels of care in the drainage areas • Participate in academic activities at undergraduate and postgraduate levels as required • Participate in continuing medical education, as required by the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Enquiries: Dr S Joubert, tel. (053) 802-2147

Medical Officers
• Anaesthesiology (4) (Ref. Health/KH/13/18) • Cardiothoracics (2)
(Ref. Health/13/19) • Dermatology (4) (Ref. Health/KH/13/20)
• Emergency Medicine (6) (Ref. Health/KH/13/21) • Ear, Nose and Throat (2) (Ref. Health/KH/13/22) • Family Medicine (3) (Ref. Health/KH/13/23) • General Surgery (4) (Ref. Health/KH/13/24) • Intensive Care Unit (3)
(Ref. Health/KH/13/25) • Internal Medicine (7) (Ref. Health/KH/13/26) • Neurosurgery (1) (Ref. Health/KH/13/27) • Obstetrics and Gynaecology (6) (Ref. Health/KH/13/28) • Ophthalmology (3) (Ref. Health/KH/13/29) • Oncology (2) (Ref. Health/KH/13/30) • Orthopaedics (4) (Ref. Health/KH/13/31) • Paediatrics (3) (Ref. Health/13/32) • Plastic Surgery (2)
(Ref. Health/KH/13/33) • Radiology (1) (Ref. Health/KH/13/34)
• Urology (2) (Ref. Health/KH/13/35)
• UPHosp (4 Posts) (Ref. Health/UPH/13/07)
Medical Officer: Grade 1
Salary: R555 045 per annum (inclusive package)
Specific Requirements: Up to 5 years’ experience after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Independent Practitioner.
Medical Officer: Grade 2
Salary: R634 641 per annum (inclusive package)
Specific Requirements: 5-10 years’ experience after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Independent Practitioner.
Medical Officer: Grade 3
Salary: R736 518 per annum (inclusive package)

Specific Requirements: 10 or more years’ experience after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Independent Practitioner.

Generic Requirements: â€¢ An MBChB plus registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner • Non-South African citizens should have a valid work permit in conformance with HR Circular 49/2008, obtainable from any Government Department.

Duties: â€¢ Offer clinical services • Work compulsory commuted overtime • Contribute to the management duties of the Unit • Teach undergraduate students • Attend all unit meetings.
Note: Medical posts at Kimberley Hospital are seen as waiting posts for the Registrar Training Programme at the University of the Free State.

Enquiries: Dr S Joubert, tel. (053) 802-2147

Registrar (Medical)
Salary: R555 045 per annum (inclusive package)
• Anaesthesiology (1) (Ref. Health/KH/13/36) • Emergency Medicine (2)
(Ref. Health/13/37) • Family Medicine (3) (Ref. Health/KH/13/38)
• General Surgery (1) (Ref. Health/KH/13/39) • Internal Medicine (2)
(Ref. Health/KH/13/40) • Obstetrics and Gynaecology (2)
(Ref. Health/KH/13/41) • Radiology (1) (Ref. Health/KH/13/42)

Requirements: â€¢ An MBChB and registration with the Health Professions Council as a Medical Practitioner • Computer literacy • A valid driver’s licence • Will be required to perform compulsory overtime.

Duties: â€¢ Perform duties in the specific department, including outpatient clinics, surgeries, ward work and outreach • Ensure teaching and supervision of junior staff • Be available after hours, according to the call roster • Partake in the academic programme of the University of the Free State.

Note: This is a contractual agreement to work as a Specialist in the Northern Cape after completion of studies.

Enquiries: Dr S Joubert, tel. (053) 802-2147

Clinical Manager (Medical): Grade 1
Salary: R793 434 per annum (inclusive package)
• Anaesthesiology (1) (Ref. Health/KH/13/43) • Intensive Care Unit (1)
Ref. Health/KH/13/44) • Internal Medicine (2) (Ref. Health/KH/13/45)

Requirements: â€¢ An MBChB and registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Practitioner • A minimum of 4 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.

Duties: â€¢ Offer a comprehensive quality care service to patients • Effectively manage administrative functions • Optimally supervise, instruct and train junior personnel, including Registrars • Render outreach and support services to other levels of care in the drainage areas • Participate in academic activities at undergraduate and postgraduate level as required • Participate in continuing medical education, as required by the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Enquiries: Dr S Joubert, tel. (053) 802-2147

Dental Technician: Grade 1/2 or 3
Salary: R211 902-R294 036 per annum, depending on years of appropriate/recognisable experience after registration (Ref. Health/KH/13/55)

Requirements: A 3-year National Diploma in Dental Technology or appropriate qualification and registration with the SA Dental Technicians’ Council as Dental Technician.

Duties: â€¢ Run the Dental Laboratory at KHC and perform dental laboratory work for the entire Northern Cape Province • Fabricate dentures, crowns and bridges, veneers, orthodontic appliances, study models, dental implant prosthesis, obturators and any other dental prostheses as instructed by the dentists and dental specialists in the Government sector.

Enquiries: Dr W Ikram, tel. (053) 802-2446

Auxiliary Service Officer
(Dental Department)
Salary: R96 363 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/56)

Requirements: â€¢ A Grade 12 or equivalent qualification • At least 2 years’ experience working as a Dental Laboratory Technician Assistant • References referring to experience • The ability to work with plaster work • Computer literacy and a Basic Computer Training certificate.

Duties: â€¢ Assist the Dental Technician with the dental lab work • Book and trace incoming and outgoing dental lab work • Collect and summarise relevant information for periodical reports • Perform any other duties as delegated.

Enquiries: Dr W Ikram, tel. (053) 802-2446

Physiotherapy Assistant: Grade 1 or 2
(1 Post Only)
Salary: Gr 1: R118 569/Gr 2: R139 662 per annum, depending on years of appropriate/recognisable experience after registration (Ref. Health/KH/13/57)

Requirements: Grade1: 1-year diploma/certificate as a Physiotherapy Assistant plus registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Physiotherapy Assistant.
Grade 2: 1-year diploma/certificate as a Physiotherapy Assistant plus registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa and 10 years’ experience as a Physiotherapy Assistant.

Duties: â€¢ Assist in the maximum rehabilitation of in- and out-patients under the supervision of a qualified Physiotherapist • Ensure the rehabilitation of patients by planning and implementing suitable rehabilitation/treatment programmes for individuals and groups • Educate and advise clients and members of the health team regarding rehabilitation and the prevention of disease and disability in giving at-home advice to clients and family(ies) when needed • Show commitment to life-long learning.

Enquiries: Ms J Hall, tel. (053) 802-2137

Occupational Therapy Assistant: Grade 1 or 2
(1 Post Only)
Salary: GR 1: R118 569/GR 2: R139 662 per annum, depending on years of appropriate/recognisable experience after registration (Ref. Health/KH/13/58)

Requirements: Grade 1: 1-year diploma/certificate as an Occupational Therapy Assistant plus registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Grade 2: 1-year diploma/certificate as an Occupational Therapy Assistant plus registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa and 10 years’ experience as an Occupational Therapist.

Duties: â€¢ Assist in the maximum rehabilitation of in- and out-patients under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist • Ensure the rehabilitation of patients by planning and implementing suitable rehabilitation/treatment programmes for individuals and groups • Educate and advise clients and members of the health team regarding rehabilitation and the prevention of disease and disability in giving at-home advice to clients and family when needed • Show commitment to life-long learning.

Enquiries: Ms A Paulsen, tel. (053) 802-2173

HRD Practitioner
Salary: R170 799 per annum (Ref. Health/HR/13/60)

Requirements: â€¢ A Grade 10 with more than 10 years’ relevant, appropriate experience or a Grade 12 with 5 years’ relevant, appropriate experience • A recognised Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification • Knowledge of the relevant legislation pertaining to training and development.

Duties: â€¢ Manage and administrate bursaries • Research and apply new training techniques • Facilitate and coordinate training • Carry out induction of employees wrt Public Service and in-house induction • Compile the workplace skills plan and annual training report • Compile monthly and quarterly training reports • Develop and update training materials • Act as Liaison Officer with service providers, stakeholders and partners in the implementation of the Internship and Learnership programmes.

Enquiries: Ms CV Solo, tel. (053) 802-2437

Nursing Assistant: Grade 1/2 or 3 (NA1/2 or 3)
(17 Posts)
Salary: R87 900-R124 206 per annum, depending on years of appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing (Ref. Health/KH/13/62)

Requirements: A qualification that allows for registration with the South African Nursing Council as Nursing Assistant.

Duties: â€¢ Provide quality comprehensive nursing care and execute treatment programmes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse • Promote the wellbeing of patients to prevent physical and mental strain • Participate and enhance self-development and quality care • Render quality health promotion • Implement and adhere to national and provincial policies and guidelines.

Enquiries: Ms MD Mdokwana, tel. (053) 802-2130

Professional Nurse: Grade 1/2 or 3 (General Stream) (PNA2/3 or 4) (13 Posts)
Salary: R170 400-R256 584 per annum, depending on years of appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing (Ref. Health/KH/13/63)

Requirements: A diploma/degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse.

Duties: • Render clinical nursing service in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards • Engage in capacity building programmes of the institution for self and others • Implement standards, practice criteria and indicators for quality nursing • Manage resources and assets allocated to areas of responsibility • Participate in research to come up with new strategies and interventions to improve the quality of patient/customer care • Ensure the implementation of Patients’ Rights and Batho Pele principles.

Enquiries: Ms MD Mdokwana, tel. (053) 802-2130

Operational Manager:
Nursing Grade 1 or 2 (General) (PN-A5) (2 Posts)
Salary: R297 462-R344 838 per annum, depending on years of appropriate experience in management of nursing (Ref. Health/KH/13/64)

Requirements: â€¢ Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council in terms of Government Notice R425 (ie, diploma/degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse) • A minimum of 7 years’ appropriate/recognisable experience in Nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC in General Nursing.
Recommendations: • The ability to function independently and to prioritise work • Leadership and sound interpersonal skills • Problem-solving and decision-making skills • Good supervisory and teaching skills.

Duties: â€¢ Manage and coordinate clinical, nursing and support services within the Unit • Establish and implement quality assurance processes and risk management systems • Ensure effective and efficient management of human and material resources • Develop and implement comprehensive nursing care plans for the Hospital • Ensure that nursing and healthcare is practised in accordance with the relevant Nursing Act and Regulations • Participate in multidisciplinary quality teams.

Enquiries: Ms MD Mdokwana, tel. (053) 802-2130

Operational Manager: Nursing (PN – B)
(Speciality Unit) (2 Posts)
Salary: R376 815 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/65)

Requirements: â€¢ A diploma/degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse, plus a post-Basic qualification with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice No R212 in the relevant speciality • A minimum of 9 years’ appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse (General), of which at least 7 years of the period referred to above must have been appropriate/recognisable experience in the specific speciality after registration in said specific speciality.

Duties: â€¢ Coordinate optimal, holistic specialised nursing care provided within set standards and a professional/legal framework • Plan/organise and monitor the objectives of the specialised unit in consultation with subordinates • Provide a therapeutic environment for staff, patients and the public • Provide comprehensive, quality nursing care as a member of the multidisciplinary team according to the identified needs of the patient, based on scientific principles • Delegate duties and support staff in the execution of patient care delivery • Liaise and communicate with the multidisciplinary team as well as other departments within the hospital during operational meetings with the nursing supervisor and subordinates.

Enquiries: Ms MD Mdokwana, tel. (053) 802-2130

Assistant Manager: Nursing (PN – B4)
(Speciality Area)
Salary: R411 759 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/66)

Requirements: â€¢ A diploma/degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse, plus a post-basic qualification with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice No R212 in the relevant speciality • A minimum of 10 years’ recognisable experience of which at least 6 years of the 10-year period referred to above should have been experience after obtaining the post-basic qualification. At least 3 of the 10 years should also include experience at management level.

Duties: • Be responsible for the overall supervision and management of Units within the speciality area • Ensure that a holistic nursing care service is delivered to patients in a cost-effective, efficient and equitable manner • Develop/establish and maintain constructive working relationships with nursing and other stakeholders • Participate in the analysis, formulation and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, standards and procedures • Manage Human Resources • Monitor and ensure the proper utilisation of financial and physical resources • Perform any other duties incidental thereto.

Enquiries: Ms MD Mdokwana, tel. (053) 802-2130

Assistant Director: Finance
Salary: R252 144 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/67)

Requirements: â€¢ A 3-year degree/diploma in Financial Management or a Grade 12 plus 10 years’ experience in a financial management field, of which 5 must have been supervisory experience • Sound knowledge of BAS and LOGIS will be an added advantage • Knowledge of and experience in budgeting • Sound knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Financial and Procurement Policies (SCM) • An understanding of Public Service legislation and prescripts • Basic knowledge of requisites and processes related to a tertiary health institution • The ability to take a leadership role in financial administration • Good report-writing skills and analytical thinking • The ability to work under pressure • The ability to work extended hours may be required.
The interviewee could be subjected to a related competency test.

Duties: â€¢ Manage effective financial operations within the institution • Provide guidance, training and leadership to all units • Coordinate and manage budget estimates for the institution • Manage and coordinate cash flow • Prepare, collate and report on expenditure versus budget for all cost centres • Ensure efficient and effective application and strategies of human resources in the areas of the discipline, including roles and responsibilities assigned to the tasks associated with systems flow • Manage the evaluation of performance of subordinates • Assist in the management of access to systems by users with clear user profiles and separation of duties in accordance with Supply Chain Management (SCM) Policy and other financial policies and procedures • Give input to the annual performance plans with regard to spending trends and estimated predicted spending expectations • Interpret and implement prescripts issued by National and Provincial Treasury, interacting with Treasury from time to time and performing any duties as delegated • Design, implement and maintain sound internal control systems within a financial management environment • Liaise with internal and external auditors.

Enquiries: Ms NV Ramoitheki, tel. (053) 802-2136

Senior State Accountant: Salaries and Wages (Persal Management)
Salary: R252 144 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/68)

Requirements: • An appropriate Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent qualification in Financial Management with at least 2-3 years’ relevant experience in financial management OR a Grade 12 with more than 5 years’ experience in salaries and wages • Sound knowledge of financial and legal prescripts • Advanced computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint) • Leadership abilities • In-depth knowledge of Government budgetary processes as well as procurement procedures • A valid driver’s licence • Problem-solving skills.
The interviewee could be subjected to a related competency test.

Duties: â€¢ Perform various accountant functions including verification, authorisation, customer care, travel and subsistence and payroll management • Assist with monthly reporting and auditing enquiries, both internal and external.

Enquiries: Ms NV Ramoitheki, tel. (053) 802-2136

State Accountant (Persal Management)
Salary: R170 799 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/69)

Requirements: â€¢ A Grade 12 plus 3-5 years’ appropriate, relevant experience in persal management OR an appropriate degree/diploma in Commerce/Finance plus 2-3 years’ appropriate relevant experience in persal management • Proven competency in the PERSAL system.
The interview could be subject to a related competency test.

Duties: â€¢ Perform various accounting functions such as verification, authorisation, customer care, travel and subsistence and payroll management • Assist with monthly reporting and auditing enquiries, both internal and external.

Enquiries: Ms NV Ramoitheki, tel. (053) 802-2136

State Accountant: Financial Administration (Expenditure)
Salary: R170 799 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/70)

Requirements: â€¢ A Grade 12 plus 3-5 years’ appropriate, relevant experience in financial management OR an appropriate degree/diploma in Commerce/Finance plus 2-3 years’ appropriate relevant experience in financial management environment and systems • The ablity to meet deadlines • Good communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills • Proven competency in BAS and the Logis System will be an added advantage.
The interviewee could be subjected to a related competency test.

Duties: â€¢ Facilitate prompt payments of creditors’ accounts • Ensure the safekeeping of supporting documents • Handle supplier queries • Ensure the implementation of sound internal controls systems and asset management • Provide effective supervision of personnel.

Enquiries: Ms NV Ramoitheki, tel. (053) 802-2136

State Accountant: Financial Administration (Budgeting)
Salary: R170 799 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/71)

Requirements: â€¢ A Grade 12 plus 3-5 years’ appropriate, relevant experience in a financial management and systems environment OR an appropriate degree/diploma in Commerce/Finance plus 2-3 years’ appropriate, relevant experience in a financial management and systems environment • Advanced computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint) • Leadership abilities • In-depth knowledge of Government budgetary processes as well as procurement procedures • A valid driver’s licence • Proven competency in BAS and the Logis System will be an added advantage. The interviewee could be subjected to a related competency test.

Duties: â€¢ Maintain the budget of BAS • Monitor the utilisation of funds by cost centres and compile budget versus expenditure reports • Ensure budget breakdown per cost unit • Verify availability of funds and cost allocations • Ensure compliance with financial and legal prescripts • Enhance cash flow management • Attend tender and budget meetings • Monitor payments to all service providers • Maintain the commitment and accrual register • Generate and attend to queries on account status • Assist in financial audit and related reports.

Enquiries: Ms NV Ramoitheki, tel. (053) 802-2136

State Accountant: SCM – Demand and Acquisition Management (2 Posts)
Salary: R170 799 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/72)

Requirements: â€¢ A Grade 12 plus 3-5 years’ appropriate, relevant experience in financial and supply chain management OR an appropriate degree/diploma in Commerce/Finance plus 2-3 years’ appropriate, relevant experience • Proven competency in LOGIS and the BAS System will be an added advantage and seen as integral to the operational requirements • Good communication (both verbal and written) skills (due to high demand of official interaction) • Intermediate computer skills (MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint) • Willingness to take responsibility in other areas of Supply Chain if the need arises as the institution is tertiary in status and requires a high level of work ethic.
The interviewee could be subjected to a related competency test.

Duties: â€¢ Manage the demand and acquisition processes by ensuring adherence to the Supply Chain Management policy and other related procedures with specific reference to understanding needs, item specification, linking requirements to the budget, requisitioning, inviting quotations and the supplier database • Maintain supplier credentials • Ensure safekeeping of tenders and contracts • Capture service providers’ bank details, placing of orders, commitments against orders placed, reconciling of invoices and financial monitoring and reporting • Record and manage all documents of related transactions against system entries to fully comply with all Treasury, Financial Regulations and Audit requirements • Handle all related queries from internal customers and service providers • Be willing to assist in other areas of Supply Chain.

Enquiries: Ms NV Ramoitheki, tel. (053) 802-2136

State Accountant: SCM – Asset Management
(2 Posts)
Salary: R170 799 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/73)

Requirements: â€¢ A Grade 12 plus 3-5 years’ appropriate, relevant experience in financial and supply chain management OR an appropriate degree/diploma in Commerce/Finance plus 2-3 years’ appropriate, relevant experience • Proven competency in LOGIS and the BAS System will be an added advantage and seen as integral to the operational requirements • Good communication (both verbal and written) skills are an added advantage • Intermediate computer skills (MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint) • Ongoing visits in order to count assets throughout the institution as due to the nature of the work, this position is not office bound • Willingness to take responsibility in other areas of Supply Chain if the need arises as the institution is tertiary in status and requires a high level of work ethic.
The interviewee could be subjected to a related competency test.

Duties: • Manage the entire asset register of the institution, being a 694-bed Tertiary Hospital • Manage and control major and minor assets to reflect accurately in the annual financial requirements to report on assets with a proven proper trail of documents of transactions against system inputs and reflections • Manage the description, classification, specifications and individual item records of assets • Control and update the movement of assets and the continuous stock counts of these against the asset register to reflect accurate stock counts against the asset tallies on the system • Assist with the management, control and responsibility of asset holders • Manage the acquisition, receipt, labelling/bar coding of assets to ensure continuous accuracy of assets ordered, received and taken charge of by asset holders • Assist with the budgeting and planning in the acquisition of assets • Manage the disposal and risk management of assets • Report regularly on assets to the management unit and identify deviations, security risks and non-compliance, to ensure Treasury Regulations are sustainable and accurately adhered to, in the control of assets • Attend to and liaise where needed, with regard to all audit and other queries of assets.

Enquiries: Ms NV Ramoitheki, tel. (053) 802-2136

Physiotherapist: Grade 1 (2 Posts)
Salary: R211 902 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/74)

Requirements: â€¢ A 4-year degree in Physiotherapy, with registration as a Physiotherapist (Independent Practitioner) with the HPCSA • Successful completion of community service • A valid driver’s licence is preferred.

Duties: â€¢ Strive for maximum preventative, curative, rehabilitative and palliative care of all referred in- and out-patients • Keep daily records of patient treatments and statistics thereof • Participation in quality control measures in the Physiotherapy Department • Educate and advise clients and members of the health team regarding rehabilitation and the prevention of disease and disability • Participate in life-long learning.

Enquiries: Mr Farouk Shaikhnag, tel. (053) 802-2253

Occupational Therapist: Grade 1 (4 Posts)
Salary: R211 902 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/75)

Requirements: â€¢ A 4-year degree in Occupational Therapy with registration as an Occupational Therapist (Independent Practitioner) with the HPCSA • Successful completion of community service • A valid driver’s licence is preferred.

Duties: â€¢ Assess and appropriately manage all clients referred to Occupational Therapy • Compile comprehensive reports • Participate in continuous professional development programmes • Execute administrative tasks and monitor proper utilisation of physical resources • Work within a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality care for all users • Promote and market Occupational Therapy services in the hospital and community.

Enquiries: Mr Farouk Shaikhnag, tel. (053) 802-2253

Speech Therapist and Audiologist: Grade 1
Salary: R211 902 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/76)

Requirements: â€¢ A 4-year degree in Speech Therapy and Audiology/Speech Therapy/Audiology • Registration with the HPCSA as a Speech Therapist and Audiologist/Speech Therapist/Audiologist • Successful completion of community service • A valid driver’s licence is preferred.

Duties: • Be responsible for the assessment and appropriate management of all patients referred to Speech Therapy/Audiology • Write reports on the assessment and management plan • Attend ward rounds • Facilitate and run intervention programmes and submit patient reports • Manage district Speech Therapy/Audiology clients on outreach • Perform assigned administrative duties as well as be responsible for the supervision of allocated staff • Monitor the implementation of Speech Therapy and Audiology’s provincial strategic plan • Monitor proper utilisation of allocated financial and physical resources • Promote and market Speech Therapy/Audiology in the hospital and community • Participate in continuous professional development programmes.

Enquiries: Mr Farouk Shaikhnag, tel. (053) 802-2253

Dietician: Grade 1 (2 Posts)
Salary: R211 902 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/77)

Requirements: â€¢ A 4-year degree in Dietetics, with registration as a Dietician (Independent Practitioner) with the HPCSA • Successful completion of community service • A valid driver’s licence is preferred.

Duties: â€¢ Ensure that all referred out-patients are supplied with a proper diet plan to improve their health in their specific state of disease • Ensure that all referred in-patients are supplied with the correct diet or supplementary food to correspond with their nutritional needs • Implement relevant policies to ensure quality service rendering • Support and give advice to personnel on clinical and professional issues to contribute to quality patient intervention • Attend training sessions to keep up to date with latest trends and research and implement such in the work environment • Provide training to clinical staff regarding the nutritional needs of patients • Monitor the quality and quantity of food supplied to patients and liaise with the service provider at all times.

Enquiries: Mr Farouk Shaikhnag, tel. (053) 802-2253

Diagnostic Radiographer: Grade 1 (4 Posts)
Salary: R211 902 per annum (Ref: Health/KH/13/78)

Requirements: • A Bachelor’s degree/diploma in Diagnostic Radiography • Registration with the HPCSA as a Diagnostic Radiographer • Completion of community service • A valid driver’s licence • Knowledge, skills, training and competency in all fields of diagnostic radiography • Knowledge of radiography assessments, diagnostic procedures and equipment • Knowledge of institutional administrative tasks and duties/ethical code and scope of practice, relevant acts, policies, regulations, health and safety and infection control procedures • Good communication skills • Knowledge of Batho Pele principles • Problem-solving and analytical skills in patient care • Basic computer literacy • Clinical competence.

Duties: â€¢ Perform radiological imaging procedures • Promote radiation, health and safety • Promote patient care and quality assurance • Liaise with multidisciplinary professionals and function within a multidisciplinary team • Perform quality control (quality assurance) of all X-ray images and equipment • Assist in the planning and implementation of quality improvement programmes • Be willing to work compulsory shifts on a rotational basis, including weekends, public holidays and night duty.

Enquiries: Mr Farouk Shaikhnag, tel. (053) 802-2253

Ultrasound Radiographer: Grade 1
Salary: R211 902 per annum (Ref. Health/KH/13/79)

Requirements: â€¢ A Bachelor’s degree/diploma in Ultrasound Radiography (Speciality) • Registration with the HPCSA as an Ultrasound Radiographer • Completion of community service • A valid driver’s licence • Knowledge, skills, training and competency in all fields of ultrasound radiography • Knowledge of sonar assessments, diagnostic procedures and equipment • Knowledge of institutional administrative tasks and duties/ethical code and scope of practice, relevant acts, policies, regulations, health and safety and infection control procedures • Good communication skills • Knowledge of Batho Pele principles • Problem-solving and analytical skills in patient care • Basic computer literacy • Clinical competence.

Duties: â€¢ Perform sonar imaging procedures • Promote health and safety • Promote patient care and quality assurance • Liaise with multidisciplinary professionals and function within a multidisciplinary team • Perform quality control (quality assurance) of all sonar reports and equipment • Assist in the planning and implementation of quality improvement programmes • Be willing to work compulsory shifts on a rotational basis, including weekends, public holidays and night duty.

Enquiries: Mr Farouk Shaikhnag, tel. (053) 802-2253

Pharmacist: Grade 1
Salary: R435 498 per annum (inclusive package) (Ref. Health/KH/13/80)

Requirements: â€¢ A B Pharm degree • Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council as a Pharmacist • Successful completion of community service • A valid driver’s licence is preferred • Knowledge of pharmacy legislation and GPP • The ability to work well and harmoniously with pharmacist assistants, pharmacy interns, the senior pharmacist and pharmacy supervisors.

Duties: â€¢ Provide health information regarding correct and efficient use of medication to patients • Monitor the procurement and receiving of medicine from specific units • Be responsible with regard to schedule 5 and 6 medicine • Provide services to all units within the Pharmacy Department: Small-scale Manufacturing • Ensure optimal and cost-effective use of medication • Perform any other duty assigned by the responsible pharmacist to deliver quality pharmaceutical services.

Enquiries: Mr Farouk Shaikhnag, tel. (053) 802-2253

Clinical Psychologist: Grade 1
Salary: R477 624 per annum (inclusive package) (Ref. Health/KH/13/81)

Requirements: â€¢ A Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology (including completion of dissertation/mini-thesis and Internship • Registration with the HPCSA as a Clinical Psychologist • Completion of community service as a Clinical Psychologist as required in South Africa • A valid driver’s licence • Basic computer literacy skills • Knowledge of legislation applicable to Clinical Psychology, eg the Mental Healthcare Act and the Child Care Act.
Duties: • Provide clinical assessment and management of in-/out-patients referred to the Department of Psychology • Formulate diagnoses according to the DSM/ICD system • Compile comprehensive reports (including forensic report writing) • Adhere to Continuous Professional Development (CPD) requirements as stipulated by the HPCSA • Execute administrative tasks • Work within a multidisciplinary team context • Promote and market Clinical Psychology services in the hospital and community • Adhere to the ethical Code of Conduct as upheld by the Professional Board for Psychology in South Africa.

Enquiries: Mr Farouk Shaikhnag, tel. (053) 802-2253

Professional Nurse: Grade 1 (Speciality Stream) (PNB 1)
Salary: R256 584 per annum, depending on years of appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing (Ref. Health/KH/13/82)

Requirements: â€¢ A diploma/degree in Nursing or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse, plus a post-Basic Nursing qualification, with a duration of at least 1 year, accredited with the SANC in terms of Government Notice No R212 in the relevant speciality • A minimum of 4 years’ appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing.

Duties: â€¢ Render a clinical nursing practice in accordance with the scope of practice and nursing standards for the relevant speciality • Engage in capacity building programmes of the institution for self and others • Implement standards, practice criteria and indicators for quality nursing • Manage resources and assets allocated to areas of responsibility • Participate in research to come up with new strategies and interventions to improve the quality of patient/customer care • Ensure the implementation of Patients’ Rights and Batho Pele principles.
Enquiries: Ms MD Mdokwana, tel. (053) 802-2649

Note: In line with Employment Equity, women and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.
The Northern Cape Provincial Administration is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts, and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representivity will receive preference.
NB: Applications must be accompanied by a signed Z83, obtainable from any Public Service/Government Department or on the Internet at www.gov.za/documents and should be accompanied by certified copies of your highest educational qualifications and professional registration certificates as well as certified copies of Certificates of Service. Non-RSA citizens/permanent resident permit holders must attach a copy of their permanent residence permit to the application. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. All applicants please note that should written notification not be received within six (6) weeks of the closing date, it can be assumed that shortlisting, interviews and appointment/s have already been carried out. All applicants are subject to security vetting. No faxed or e-mailed applications will be accepted. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applications without a post reference number will not be processed. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment to the post.
Please forward applications for the posts, quoting the relevant reference number, to Human Resource Management, Kimberley Hospital, Private Bag X5021, Kimberley 8300, for attention: Ms CV Solo.

DEADLINE SEP 27 2013