Clinical Engineering jobs

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

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

Appropriate National Diploma in Electrical Engineering – Light current (T-or N- or S – Stream) or registration as Engineering Technician in terms of the Engineering Professions of South Africa Act, (Act 46 of 2000).

ENQUIRIES

Mr. N Bavuma, tel. no. 021 360 4705

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

The ability to perform, manage and supervise the repair of Health Technology equipment. Ability to read circuit diagrams, fault-finding abilities on electronic medical equipment. Ability to compile technical specifications for Health Technology equipment. Ability to manage, plan and organise maintenance schedules. Possess accurate technical ability and insight to solve problems.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

A valid (Code B/EB) drivers’ licence. Perform standby duties and willing to work afterhours.

EXPERIENCE

Appropriate experience with repair and maintenance of clinical equipment or proven experience in medical equipment maintenance.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/ OUTPUTS)

Manage and carry out clinical maintenance, repairs, routine inspection and evaluation of electronic, respiratory and anaesthetic equipment. General administrative duties as required i.e. Write reports, specifications and record keeping of departmental activities. Ensure a high standard of service delivery by engaging with clients and perform optimally in the workplace by self-managing. Train various staff and hospital personnel. Candidate must attend meetings and be able to communicate effectively with hospital staff and private sector employees. Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Adhere to all legal requirements, protocols and procedures.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.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. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• 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 etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.