• Reference Number : Refs/020581
  • Directorate : Rehabilitation
  • Number of Posts : 1
  • Package : Gr1 R376 524, Gr2 R439 755, Gr3 R514 785
  • Enquiries : Assistant Director Rehabilitation Tel: (016) 950 7174

Requirements :

  • Degree/Diploma in Podiatry that allows for registration with the Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Podiatrist. Grade 1: No experience is required after registration with HPCSA as a podiatrist. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as a podiatrist. Grade 3: 20 years and more relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as a podiatrist. Knowledge in community-based Rehabilitation (CBR) and Primary Health care services. Valid drivers’ licence is essential. A sound knowledge of clinical theory, practice and ethics relating to the delivery of podiatry services within a clinic setting. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Duties :

  • A suitable candidate will be expected to render effective patient centred Podiatrist services in a clinic and community setting in adherence to the scope of practice and health protocols. Provide community base services with focus on health promotion, prevention, curative, and community intervention in line with the primary health care re-engineering strategy. Participate in diabetic foot screening, issuing podiatry devices and foot care management programmes. Compilation of daily and monthly reports using the available departmental tool. Relieve as and when the need arises, and to work closely with multidisciplinary team members in the clinic and hospitals. Carry out delegated duties by supervisor or manager. Participating in student training and supervision. Implement and maintain quality assurance, National core standards, Ideal clinic, and norms at facility level. Adhere to provincial, district and clinic policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations. Assist with budget control and asset management. Contribute and participate in continuous professional development activities, colleagues, and multidisciplinary team members. Participate in research projects of the district. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Effective management of consumables and equipment

Notes :

  • Applications must be submitted on a new Z83 form, fully completed, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. (Please refer to the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 the Department where the position was advertised it should state the Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications, service certificates and other relevant documents on application but must submit 151 a fully completed Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. The Curriculum Vitae should be recently updated to specify the following: All experience should be in chronological order indicating the position, institution and respective dates indicating the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). The information on the Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, service certificates, and other relevant documents on or before the interview and candidates in possession of a foreign qualification will be required to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) – Verification (Reference checks- Provide at least 3 of which one must be immediate supervisor, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. Identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, and employment verification. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. The Department reserves the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Sedibeng District Health

Closing Date : 07-06-2024



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.