Radiologist 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.

ENQUIRIES

Dr G Dunbar, tel. no. (021) 799-1211, email: graeme.dunbar@westerncape.gov.za

EXPERIENCE

Responsible for the control, supervision, delegation and co-ordination of the imaging service of the Radiology department and the delivery of a professional service to patients. Produce diagnostic images of high quality and be responsible for staff and student training. Management of the cost centre, inventory and supplies. Manage radiography and support personnel, including performance appraisals. Ensure quality assurance, maintenance of equipment and the purchase, use and care of suitable radiation protection equipment. Participate in hospital management and delegated tasks, including statistic collation and provide support to the Hospital Management.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Diagnostic Radiographer after registration with the HPCSA.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiographer.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Ability to manage and supervise the Radiography Department with knowledge, experience and skills in general, trauma, emergency, theatre, mobile radiography and Computerised Tomography; PACS and RIS experience will be advantageous. Thorough knowledge of radiation protection, quality assurance, equipment safety and equipment evaluation, pertaining to radiography. Extensive experience and knowledge of radiography protocols. The candidate must be computer literate and must have good communication skills (written and verbal).

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Must be willing to work shifts when required.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the HPCSA in Diagnostic Radiographer (Independent practice).

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.