• Reference Number : refs/050482
• Directorate : THERAPEUTIC & CLINICAL SUPPORT SERVICES
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 664. 410.00 PER ANNUM (PLUS BENEFITS).
• Enquiries : Ms. Haarhoff (011) 933 0268 or Ms. M.L Mazibuko (011)933-8394 email: Margaret.Mazibuko@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• An appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the HPCSA as Medical Orthotist & Prosthetist. Registration with HPCSA as an independent practitioner and current registration for 2026/2027. A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as a Chief Medical Orthotist & Prosthetist. Knowledge requirements: Must have knowledge of current health and public service legislation, regulations, and policies. Knowledge in the application of clinical Medical Orthotics & Prosthetics (MOPS) theory, practices, and ethics. Competency requirements: Communication skills, report writing skills, decision-making skills, planning & organizational skills, expert clinical Medical Orthotics & Prosthetic skills, research skills, analytical skills, computer literacy &, presentation skills, human resource & financial management skills as well as network and liaison skills. A relevant post-graduate qualification will be an added advantage.

Duties :

• Operational management, development, coordination, monitoring and reporting of quality and sustainable MOPS services in the institution and in the cluster. Coordinate the activities of satellite/outreach services. Provide expert clinical services. Integrate comprehensive MOPS services within the hospital service package of care. Promote and support good clinical governance through the development and maintenance of systems and processes for the provision of quality MOPS services. Coordinating all activities in the department, daily administrative duties and effective implementation of work procedures as required by the Department of Health. Utilize health information technology and other health information systems to enhance physiotherapy service delivery. Participate and/or make recommendations in the development of policies, guidelines, protocols and SOP’s for/relating to MOPS at an institutional, cluster and provincial level. Implement, monitor and review MOPS guidelines, protocols and Sop’s. Achieve a state of readiness for NHI. Promote and assist in relevant ongoing and new research and capacity building. Coordinate student training. Support Human resource management and development including staff recruitment and retention, as well as performance management and development of staff. Supervise, mentor and manage the performance of subordinates. Compile and manage budgets, control cash flows, institute risk management and administer procurement processes in accordance with recognised financial practices to support and achieve organisational objectives. Ensure effective management of assets, procurement and maintenance. Manage relationship with all relevant stakeholders e.g. universities, NGO’s, Rehabilitation facilities, out referral institutions, schools, etc.

Notes :

• Kindly note that No payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.The Z83 form must be fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not possession of such:” If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Application must indicate the post reference number on their application. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR Unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as require by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males and Females, Indian Males and Females, White Males and Females are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 31-07-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.