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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.
 
Optometrist Grade 1 to 3 (6/8th post)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: TBH72/2023
  Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Optometrist.
 
Note:
Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Data capturing and processing. Experience in ophthalmic imaging/angiography is essential.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Execute a wide range of ophthalmic diagnostic imaging tests (eg. Biometry, ultrasonography, fluorescein angiography, electroretinography, etc). Support the optometric services in the division. Involvement in ophthalmic research and training. Assist with the overall execution of duties in the outpatient section.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Fluency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as an Optometrist in respect of RSA qualified employees. 1 year relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as Optometrist 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 Optometrist in respect of RSA qualified employees. Minimum of 11 year relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as Optometrist 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 Optometrist in respect of RSA qualified employees. Minimum of 21 year relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as Optometrist in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
 
Enquiries:
Prof L Visser, tel.no. (021) 938-5519
 
Registration with a profession council
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Optometrist.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 269 718 - R 306 150 per annum, Grade 2: R 315 012 - R 358 329 per annum, Grade 3: R 368 757 - R 446 439 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
9/22/2023 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: 10/13/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
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