DIETICIAN (PRODUCTION) REF NO: REFS/031123
Directorate: Clinical
PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
SALARY: R359 622 – R408 201 per annum, (excl. benefits)
CENTRE: Tara the H. Moross Centre, Sandton
REQUIREMENTS:
Tara Hospital is a specialized psychiatric institution with a super- specialist Eating Disorders Unit. Interested candidates should have a BSc/B. Degree in Dietetics, i.e., a 4-year integrated or 3/4 year + 1-year postgraduate degree. Currently registered with the HPCSA as a Dietitian. A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience. Sound knowledge of clinical theory, practice, and ethics relating to the delivery of dietetics Services within a hospital setting and knowledge of current health and public service legislation, regulations, and policies. Specific knowledge, skills, and experience in the treatment of eating disorders will be an advantage. Good communication Skills (verbal and written), computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office), good Interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team, understanding the importance of an effective multi-disciplinary team in a Psychiatric Hospital and in a changing environment. Ability to work under pressure, able to cope with a high- volume workload. Must have a valid driver’s license.
DUTIES:
- Effectively render optimal, cost effective and evidence –based nutritional care in a public service setting according to the department’s quality and financial targets.
- To provide a clinical psychiatric service in the eating disorders unit and other psychiatric wards.
- To assist with the ongoing development and implementation of clinical guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- To perform administrative functions and provide relevant statistics to support the effective and efficient running of the Dietetics department.
- To assist with the development and implementation of departmental strategic, financial, and operational plans.
- To ensure departmental standards are maintained. Participate in Quality Improvement Programs.
- Participate in the training and education of relevant staff and students.
- Assist with coordination of clinical nutrition and food service management.
- Participate in Continuous Professional Development and promotion of the Dietetics profession.
APPLICATIONS:
Must be delivered to: Tara the H. Moross Centre c/o HR Section, 50 Saxon Road Hurlingham 2196, or be posted to: Tara the H. Moross Centre Private Bag X7, Randburg, 2125. Due to technical problems with GPG vacancy website that the institution is consistently facing, applicants are encouraged to apply using hand delivery, postal address.
NOTE:
Tara Hospital is committed to the pursuit of diversity, redress and will promote representation in terms of race, disability, and gender. Applications must consist of a fully completed and signed new (effective from 01/01/2021) Z83 (81/971431) form with a comprehensive CV containing at least three (3) contactable references. Certified copies of qualifications, ID, Statutory Registrations, or other relevant certificates need not be attached when applying for the post. Only short-listed candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the interview date following communication from HR. The relevant reference number / post number must be quoted in the application form. In terms of the National Qualification Framework Amendment Act 2019 it is an offence for any person to falsely or fraudulently claim to hold a qualification. Any person found to be misrepresenting their qualifications, work experience or facts in their CV will be disqualified and reported to the appropriate authority.
ENQUIRIES: Ms T Mchunu Tel No: (011) 535 3168
CLOSING DATE: 24 November 2023
