Department of Health Vacancies 2021
The department of health in Western Cape has vacancies to filled, we are looking for individuals who will show-case their skills and hard-working attitude, at all the time making sure that our nurses and patience are assisted when ever they need help. Candidate’s of all race are encourage to apply to help in building a better a South Africa for all, make sure to send your application before closing date to prevent disappointment.
FOOD SERVICES AID
SALARY :
R102 534 per annum
CENTRE :
Ceres Hospital
REQUIREMENTS :
Minimum requirement: Basic literacy and numeracy. Experience: Appropriate
experience in a large scale, Food Service Unit. Inherent requirement of the job:
Ability to work shifts which include weekends and public holidays. Incumbent must
be physically fit to lift heavy objects and be on their feet the entire day.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of production for normal and
therapeutic diets in an Industrial Food Service Unit on a large scale. Knowledge of
hygiene, Occupational Health, HACCP and safety principles. Ability to read, speak
and write in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
DUTIES :
Assist in the receipt and storage of all provisions and stock in the Food Service
Unit. Pre-preparation and production of all normal and therapeutic diets. Weigh,
dish and distribute food to various wards. Clean all areas, utensils and equipment
in the Food Service Department. Adhere to Health and Safety prescripts,
elementary control measures and standard operational procedures. Financial
management and human resource support to supervisor.
ENQUIRIES :
Ms A Pietersen Tel No: (023) 316-9601
APPLICATIONS :
The Medical Manager, Ceres Hospital, Private Bag X54, Ceres, 6835.
FOR ATTENTION :
Mr. WJ Owen
NOTE :
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
MESSENGER (MEDICAL RECORDS)
SALARY :
R102 534 per annum
CENTRE :
Groote Schuur Hospital
REQUIREMENTS :
Minimum educational qualification: Basic numeracy and literacy. Experience:
Appropriate experience in the duties of this post in a medical records registry at
any state hospital. Inherent requirement of the job: Must be physically fit and able
to be on your feet for long periods. Must have the ability to lift heavy loads.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of folder management procedures.
Ability to safely operate a tow tractor / tow tug. Good knowledge of Groote Schuur
Hospital locations. Good communication skills in at least two of the three official
languages of the Western Cape. Basic Computer literacy.
DUTIES :
Collect folders, x-rays and other case notes or items from various clinical and
admin areas. Deliver folders, x-rays and other case notes or items to various
clinical and admin areas. Fix broken folders and x-ray packets. Operate tow tractor
/ tow tug.
ENQUIRIES :
Mr WR Weeder Tel No: (021) 404-4056
APPLICATIONS :
The Chief Executive Officer: Groote Schuur Hospital, Private Bag X4, Observatory,
7935.
FOR ATTENTION :
Mr MS Benjamin
NOTE :
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. A practical skills
test may be required.
PORTER
SALARY :
R102 534 per annum
CENTRE :
Khayelitsha District Hospital
REQUIREMENTS :
Minimum requirement: Basic literacy and numeracy skills. Experience Appropriate
porter experience in a health related environment. Inherent requirements of the
job: Willingness to work shifts, including nightshift, weekends and public holidays.
Must be of sober habits, physically fit to lift patients from/onto beds, trolleys,
vehicles, wheelchairs and carry heavy equipment. Prepared to handle corpses
(deceased bodies). Prepared to work in all departments / wards in hospital.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to communicate in at least two of the
three official languages of the Western Cape. Good interpersonal and
communication skills. Knowledge of the safe infection prevention methods. Ability
to work under pressure, unsupervised and in a team context.
DUTIES :
Safe transport of patients on trolleys, beds and wheelchairs to and from different
departments/wards and in and out of ambulances/private vehicles. Deliver
specimens to laboratories and ensure a safe and hygienic work environment.
Check and replace gas cylinders in wards/ treatment areas and assist with shifting
of medical equipment. Effective and efficient control and maintenance of
equipment and reporting any defects of trolleys and wheelchairs to supervisor.
Take responsibility for transportation of corpses from wards to the mortuary and
perform relevant duties in mortuary. Respond to request from wards/departments
and transport blood and blood products.
ENQUIRIES :
Ms V Mashalaba Tel No: (021) 360-4209/4533
APPLICATIONS :
The Chief Executive Officer: Khayelitsha District Hospital, Metro District Health
Services, Private Bag X6, Khayelitsha, 7783.
FOR ATTENTION :
Mr C Louw
NOTE :
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be
required to undertake a practical test.
CLOSING DATE 21 MAY 2021