• Reference Number : refs/019737
• Directorate : Quality Assurance
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R627 474.00 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms. M Mthezuka-Kganakga Tel No: (011) 488 4600 Ms. M Maseko Tel No: (011) 488 4732

Requirements :

• Grade 12 or equivalent. Basic R425 qualification (Diploma/ Degree in Nursing) that allows registration with the SANC as a Professional Nurse. Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse. A minimum of 8 years appropriate / recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the SANC in General Nursing. At least 3 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/ recognizable experience at management level. Knowledge and understanding of Healthcare Quality Assurance program (Patient Safety Incident (PSI) Management, Customer Services, Standards Compliance). Knowledge of related Guidelines and Health Regulations, Policies and Acts. Computer Literacy (i.e. MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel). Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary context. Analytical thinking, independent decision- making and problem-solving skills. The following will be added advantage: A qualification in Total Quality Management. Applicant must be in possession of a valid South African driver’s license.

Duties :

• Manage the Operational requirements of the Quality Assurance office. Develop an Operational plan aligned to the Strategic Plan and collaborate with other program managers to implement strategies to achieve targets. Develop clinical quality improvement programs, policies, guidelines and indicators with regards to complaints, clinical audit and PSI Management. Promote compliance and implementation and monitor implementation of National Guidelines and Quality Assurance Programs. Support department in the investigation of complaints and priority PSAI, conduct redress meetings and clinical audits. Collate monthly, quarterly and annual Quality Assurance reports and consolidate into a comprehensive report of the hospital. Monitor compliance with Quality Assurance Indicators as per Annual Performance Plan. Analyse data, establish and monitor trends. Plan and facilitate relevant trainings on Quality Assurance program. Facilitate sharing of lessons drawing from Complaints and PSAI Management. Monitor creation of an environment that promotes the rights of patients. Liaise and advise on effective communication with relevant internal and external stakeholders.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted online (PDF Format only) at http://professionaljobcenter.gpg.gov.za or hand delivered at Admin Building Room 08 first Floor at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital. No. 17 Jubilee Road, Park town 2193. The new Z83 must be fully completed (please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialed and signed. On the Z83 the Department where position was advertised it should state 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 and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae only. The Curriculum Vitae should be recently updated that specifies the following: All experience should be in a chronological order indicating the position, institution and respective dates indicating the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). The information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) –Verification (Reference checks- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor and must be contactable, 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, credit/financial stability 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. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (Only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Institutions reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Males and Indian Females are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 06-02-2024

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.