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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 Prosthetist (Orthotic and Prosthetic Centre, Pinelands)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS183/2023
   Western Cape Rehabilitation Centre
 
Experience:
A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in Orthotic / Prosthetic services after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist.
 
Requirement:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Orthotist Prosthetist.
 
Enquiries:
Mr J Minnies tel. no. (021) 370-2348
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a practical assessment.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration as a Medical Orthotist and Prosthetist with the HPCSA.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Strategic- and Operational Management of the Footwear 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 footwear section, within allocated resources and according to prescripts. Estate- and Asset Management, including participate in the OPC refurbishment project. Information Management. Liaison with internal- & external stakeholders as required to improve the continuity of care. Head up training of OFT, MOP and assistants at OPC. Relief and/or stand in other components.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Strong innovative, leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills. Special expertise/competency in Footwear 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. Competency in information management. Computer literacy (Microsoft Office Package).
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 520 785 per annum, Service benefits: 13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and Medical aid allowance.
 
Starting Date:
5/12/2023 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: 6/2/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
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