• Reference Number : REFS/049801
• Directorate : Cardiothoracic
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R598 260.00 Per Annum (Plus Benefits)
• Enquiries : Dr I.C. Taunyane TEL: 011 717 2536 Ms. L Maseko TEL: 011 488 3711

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the HPCSA in Clinical Technology. Registration with the Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Clinical Technology. A minimum of 03 years appropriate experience in Clinical Technology after registration with the HPCSA

Duties :

• The Chief Cardiovascular Perfusionist will have to manage their team to overlook primarily three subdisciplines, adult cardiac surgery, paediatric cardiac surgery and thoracic surgery for cardiopulmonary bypass, cell saving, intra-aortic balloon pumps and ECMO. He/she should be available for on-call services for emergency cases that require theatre. The incumbent should ensure that CMJAH establishes a viable and sustainable outreach programme to designated and cluster hospitals. In addition, the incumbent will be expected to expand the scope of cardiovascular perfusion beyond the Cardiothoracic arena, to include cell saving in other disciplines, establishing vibrant ECMO programs such as, ECPR and Ex-vivo organ perfusion. The incumbent and his or her team will be expected to actively participate and develop protocols in all aspects of state patient solid organ transplantation and assist in implementation of solid organ transplantation. The incumbent and team will be expected to ensure adequate supplies of consumables so as not to hinder service delivery. The incumbent will be expected to develop the curriculum for training of new perfusionists. The incumbent will be expected to ensure that knowledge transfer, culture of academia, CPD activities are upheld at all times. The incumbent will be expected to promote collaboration with other national and international units.

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. Applications 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 new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. “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. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. 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 Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 29-05-2026

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.