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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.
 
Dentist Grade 1 to 3 (5 Sessions per week) (12-month contract)
  Employment Type: Contract
  Reference No: CKD24/2025
  Beaufort West PHC Support & Outreach
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Dentist.
 
Enquiries:
Dr EM Human, tel. no. (023) 414 - 8200
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Excellent report writing, clinical documentation, recording keeping and referral writing skills. Sound verbal and written communication skills. Ability to be flexible and innovative in response to differing client needs. Ability to lead a small dynamic team. Good computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Management experience at a health facility.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as Dentist with the HPCSA in respect of SA-qualified employees • 1-year relevant experience after registration as Dentist with a recognized foreign health professional council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service, as necessary in South Africa. Grade 2: Minimum of 7 years’ appropriate experience as Dentist after registration with the HPCSA as a Dentist in respect of SA-qualified employees • Minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience after registration as Dentist with a recognized foreign health professional council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service, as necessary in South Africa. Grade 3: Minimum of 12 years’ appropriate experience as Dentist after registration with the HPCSA as a Dentist in respect of SA-qualified employees • Minimum of 13 years’ relevant experience after registration as Dentist with a recognized foreign health professional council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service, as necessary in South Africa.
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 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 to register 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). The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within the Central Karoo District for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Quality clinical and no-clinical patient care – able to implement effective dental health programs in a cost-effective manner. Preventative planning and carrying out of dental health programs. Able to successfully lead the dentistry component – implement weekly meetings, facilitate training initiatives, give feedback to direct supervisor, take responsibility for orders and stock, establish equipment needs. Responsible for supervision of dental assistants and oral hygienist. Provide an efficient administrative service regarding all clinical and non-clinical matters: Maintain appropriate data bases of work done, complete SPMS documents of all employees in the component, take responsibility for any medico-legal matters with the component, manage referrals appropriately. Provide guidance and leadership towards the design and implementation of policies and SOPs within the component, and work towards the realisation of strategic goals and objectives.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Dentist.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid Code B/EB driver’s license, preferably Code C. Willingness to travel throughout Central Karoo District (up to 400km per day).
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 444 per hour, Grade 2: R 521 per hour, Grade 3: R 603 per hour
 
Starting Date:
4/4/2025 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: 4/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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