The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health is opening doors to a host of career opportunities, inviting dedicated professionals to join their team. This article delves into the details of some key vacancies available, outlining requirements, duties, and application processes.
1. Pharmacist (REF NO: NDH02/2024) – Northdale Hospital
- Grades & Salary Range: Grade 1 (R768,489 – R814,437), Grade 2 (R830,751 – R880,521), Grade 3 (R906,540 – R961,614) per annum, plus benefits.
- Requirements: Grade 12 certificate or equivalent, Degree in pharmacy, Registration with SAPC as a Pharmacist, with varying years of experience required for each grade.
- Duties: Providing a comprehensive pharmaceutical service, including patient medication needs assessment, dispensing, patient counseling, promoting rational use of medicines, and managing pharmaceutical stock.
- Closing Date: 09 February 2024
2. Operational Manager-PHC (Gateway Clinic) (REF NO: APP/01/2024) – Appelsbosch Hospital
- Salary: R627,474 – R703,752 per annum, with benefits.
- Requirements: Grade 12, Degree/National Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery, a post-basic qualification in Primary Health Care, and a minimum of nine years of relevant experience.
- Duties: Leadership in integrated sub-district health services, managing resources, ensuring clinic functionality, staff performance management, and involvement in medical research.
- Closing Date: 09 February 2024
3. Operational Manager – General Stream (Night Duty) (REF NO: MOSV 01/2024) – Mosvold Hospital
- Salary: R497,193 per annum, with benefits.
- Requirements: Grade 12, Degree/Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery, and at least seven years of experience. Management experience is recommended.
- Duties: Supervising staff, ensuring quality patient care, implementing healthcare service delivery policies, and managing resources.
- Closing Date: 09 February 2024
4. Clinical Programme Coordinator (IPC) (REF NO: MOSV02/2024) – Mosvold Hospital
- Salary: R497,193 – R559,686 per annum, with benefits.
- Requirements: Senior Certificate, General Nursing qualification, valid driver’s license, and a minimum of seven years’ experience.
- Duties: Developing and implementing infection prevention and control guidelines, providing professional and technical support, conducting regular audits, and coordinating with healthcare teams.
- Closing Date: 09 February 2024
5. Professional Nurse – Specialty (REF NO: CTK 47/2023) – Christ The King Hospital
- Salary Grades: Grade 1 (R431,265 – R497,193), Grade 2 (R528,696 – R645,720) per annum, with benefits.
- Requirements: Senior Certificate, General Nursing Degree/Diploma, post-basic qualification in Advanced Midwifery and Neonatal Nursing Science, and relevant experience.
- Duties: Providing specialized nursing care, managing resources, coordinating with the healthcare team, and adhering to nursing standards.
- Closing Date: 09 February 2024
6. Lecturer: Advanced Diploma in Midwifery (REF NO: HRM 95/2023) – King Edward VIII Hospital
- Salary: Grade 1 (R431,265 – R497,193) per annum, with benefits.
- Requirements: Senior Certificate, Nursing and Midwifery qualification, a post-registration qualification in Nursing Education, and relevant experience.
- Duties: Clinical training of student midwives, coordinating learning exposures, developing evaluation tools, and participating in Continuous Professional Development activities.
- Closing Date: 23 February 2024
7. Professional Nurse Specialty Grade 1 or 2 (REF NO: CBH01/ 2024) – Catherine Booth Hospital
- Salary Grades: Grade 1 (R431,261 – R497,193), Grade 2 (R528,696 – R645,720) per annum, with benefits.
- Requirements: Standard 10 or Grade 12, General Nursing Degree/Diploma, Post Basic qualification in Occupational Health Nursing, and relevant experience.
- Duties: Providing specialized nursing care in the occupational health clinic, risk assessments for occupational diseases, health education, and maintaining accreditation standards.
- Closing Date: 09 February 2024
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their applications on the Z83 form, which can be obtained from any Government Department or from www.kznhealth.gov.za, along with a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Please adhere to specific application instructions for each post as mentioned in the respective vacancy announcements. It is crucial to note the reference number on the Z83 form and follow the specified application process for each post.
