• Reference Number : refs/056014
• Directorate : Optometrist
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : Grade 1: R273.00 per hour Grade 2: R318.00 per hour Grade 3: R373.00 per hour
• Enquiries : Ms. MF Sennya: 011 812 8300

Requirements :

• Grade 12 with a Bachelor of Optometry or appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registration with the Health Professional’s council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an optometrist with diagnostic privilege. HPCSA registered Optometrist in the category of independent practice. Current registration with HPCSA as an Optometrist. Proof of current HPCSA registration is required. Computer literacy is essential. Excellent time management skills, written, verbal communication and report writing. Effective interpersonal communication skills. Honesty, integrity and good work ethic. Skills and Knowledge: Sound knowledge of general clinical theory, binocular, paediatric vision, contact lenses and pathology, practice and ethics relating to the delivery of Optometry services. Ability to work individually and with a team and under pressure. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. In-depth knowledge of quality assurance, including level of lens tolerances to meet clinical standards, National Health Act 2003, patient charter and Batho Pele Principles. Knowledge of public service legislature, policies and procedures.

Duties :

• Examination, diagnosis and treatment of eye and visual conditions as per the Optometry scope of practice. Attend to and solve the patients' queries. Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver better service delivery. Participate in eye and health care awareness. Collate and present outreach and in reach. Co-ordinate and ensure the promotion and marketing of Optometry Services. Arranging for workshops. Attend CPD in Optometry. Keeping or collating interesting cases. Participate in research projects in the hospital and the district. Complete daily and monthly statistics. Maintain physical and or electronic records. Perform record keeping and data collection. Assist with budget control and asset management. Exercise safeguarding of all consumables and equipment. Implement and maintain Quality Assurance Audits. Report faulty equipment. Provide training to Optometry students. Supervise and evaluate Optometry students in clinic. Provide training to Optometry students. Supervise and evaluate Optometry students in clinic.

Notes :

• Prospective applications must please use the new Z83 which is effective from 1st of January 2021 form and it must be fully completed. Curriculum Vitae with a detailed description of duties and names of two referees who are current/ Previous supervisors. The communication from the HR department of the institution regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. You have to be contacted within Three (3) months after the closing date if your application is suitable. It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA. The Gauteng Department of health supports the appointment of persons with disabilities. Suitable candidates will be subjected to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Medical Surveillance as required in the Hazardous Biological Agents (HBA) and Hazardous Chemical Substance (HCS) Regulations within the OHS Act 85 of 1993. Verification of qualification and registration to professional bodies, reference, financial information and criminal record check. No telephonic interview will be allowed unless there is a valid considerate reason for it. No faxed or emailed application will be considered. Applications must be submitted strictly online on www.gautengonline.gov.za. No hand Delivery at. PLEASE NOTE: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : FAR EAST RAND HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 14-08-2026

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.