Radiographer: Grade 1 to 3 (Medical Physics)
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Employment Type: Permanent
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Reference No: GSH146/2025
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Groote Schuur Hospital
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Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Radiation Laboratory Technologist (RLT) or Radiation Therapy Technologist (RTT) |
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Assist with the manufacturing and design of devices used for radiotherapy patient treatment, as well as general administration of the tasks completed within the laboratory. Have responsibility for the custodianship, storage and cleaning of radioactive sources, as well as design and manufacture of treatment and shielding devices for treatment of radiotherapy patients. Assist with the management of brachytherapy equipment and the treatment of radiotherapy patients, and have the knowledge of associated dosimetry. Be responsible for the teaching and training programme for staff and trainees that forms part of the multidisciplinary teams Assist with general oncology related duties in the department. Assist medical physics with general radiotherapy and brachytherapy/isotope quality assurance procedures as required. |
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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)”. |
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Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as an Radiation Laboratory Technologist (RLT) or Radiation Therapy Technologist (RTT) in respect of RSA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Radiation Laboratory Technologist (RLT) or Radiation Therapy Technologist (RTT) 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 Radiation Laboratory Technologist (RLT) or Radiation Therapy Technologist (RTT) in respect of SA qualified employees. A Minimum of 11 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Radiation Laboratory Technologist (RLT) or Radiation Therapy Technologist (RTT) 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 as a Radiation Laboratory Technologist (RLT) or Radiation Therapy Technologist (RTT) in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Radiation Laboratory Technologist (RLT) or Radiation Therapy Technologist (RTT) respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. |
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Ms N Joubert, tel. no. (021) 404-6240/6266 or nanette.joubert@uct.ac.za |
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Must be willing to work shifts when required. Must have the physical and mental ability to handle medical devices, radioactive sources and equipment in a high-pressure environment. |
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Physical and mental ability to work with radiation devices or radioactive sources, in a high-pressure environment. Technical ability to manufacture and design appliances, together with the required academic ability. Good verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills allowing for the candidate to work both in team and individual context. Ability to work with advanced computer systems and adhere to safety standards. Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines. Knowledge of radiation and general safety guidelines and technical proficiency in terms of radiation laboratory and general workshop manufacturing processes and use of radioisotopes. Experience in a radiation laboratory environment and brachytherapy. |
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Registration with the HPCSA as a Radiation Laboratory Technologist (RLT) or Radiation Therapy Technologist (RTT) |
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Remuneration:
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Grade 1: R 397,233 per annum, Grade 2: R 463,941 per annum, Grade 3: R 543,099 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
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Starting Date:
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8/1/2025 12:00:00 AM
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NOTICE TO ALL
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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.
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Closing date: 8/15/2025 12:00:00 AM
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