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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Chief Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist: Grade 1
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS162/2022
   Orthotic and Prosthetic Centre, Pinelands
 
Experience:
A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in Orthotic / Prosthetic services after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Orthotist/Prosthetist.
 
Enquiries:
Mr H Human, tel. no. (021) 370-2313.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist with the HPCSA.
 
Note:
Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a practical assessment.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
• Strategic- and Operational Management of the Orthotic section (OFS) at the Orthotic & Prosthetic Centre, WCDOH.
• Comprehensive Clinical Governance; Clinical Practice review, including the development and implementation of clinical protocols, guidelines, SOP’s.
• Comprehensive People-, Financial- & Supply Chain Management of the prosthetic section, within allocated resources and according to prescripts.
• Estate- and Asset Management, including participate in the OPC refurbishment project and Information Management.
• Liaison with internal- & external stakeholders as required to improve the continuity of care.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Strong innovative, leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills. Special expertise/competency in Prosthetics and service delivery mechanisms in accordance with the DOH’s HC 2030 strategic plan and Rehabilitation Position Paper (2015). Competency in Public Sector People-, Finance- & Supply Chain Management processes and information management. Computer literacy (Microsoft Office Package). Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid Code B/EB) driver’s licence.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 473 112 -R 525 087 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
6/24/2022 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 7/15/2022 12:00:00 AM
 
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