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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.

Minimum Educational Qualification
Assistant Manager: Medical Physics
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: GSH83/2023
Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory

An appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Physicist.

Experience
At least 3 years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Medical Physicist.

Registration with professional council:
Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Physicist.

Enquiries:
Mrs Nanette Joubert (021) 404 6240/6266. Email: nanette.joubert@uct.co.za

Duties
Responsible for the management of the dosimetry, quality assurance and radiation protection functions of Medical Physics at Groote Schuur Hospital in the Departments of Nuclear Medicine and Radiology, with support to Radiation Oncology; as well as to the Imaging Department at Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital. Coordinate and supply physics support and active participation in the routine execution of clinically related medical physics tasks in the Nuclear Medicine and Radiology Department, with support to Radiation Oncology as required. Active participation and assistance with the management of the Medical Physics teaching and training programme, with reference to formal and informal lecturing, and experiential training for medical physics interns. Active participation and assistance with the management of the research and development programme of the Medical Physics Division. Assistance with the management of staff, management of Medical Physics internship programme, departmental administration, and equipment planning, including equipment specifications and tender preparation, and commissioning. Assistance in the Quality Control and audit of Medical Physics functions related to radiation safety, incident management, equipment quality management and licensing.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills)
Skills pertaining to the scope of the profession of Medical Physicist with specific focus on Nuclear Medicine and Radiology, as well as knowledge of the statutory regulations regarding the medical use of ionizing radiation. Thorough understanding of the physics of nuclear medicine, diagnostic radiology and radiotherapy equipment, including computers and software, and radioisotopes. Good communication and interpersonal relationship skills, with the potential to develop management skills. Teaching, training, research and development skills.




Remuneration:
R 1 018 047-R 1 161 093 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

Starting Date:
8/25/2023 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: 9/15/2023 12:00:00 AM

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