• Reference Number : refs/045403
• Directorate : DIETICIAN
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : Grade 1-R 397 233 (Min)- R 454 191 (max) per annum plus benefits; Grade 2-R 463 941 (Min)- R 529 221 (max) per annum plus benefits : Grade 3-R 543 099 (Min)- R 657 507 (max) per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Ms S Matsafu Tel no: 012 380 1230

Requirements :

• Matric certificate or Grade 12 with appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South African HPCSA as a Dietitian. Currently registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Practitioner Dietitian. Must have Completed Community Service as a Dietitian. Knowledge Requirements: Must know about current health and public service legislation, regulations, and policies. Knowledge in the application of Clinical Dietetics theory, practices, and ethics. Competency requirements: Communication skills, report writing skills, planning and organizational skills, networking and liaison skills, basic Dietetic clinical skills, research skills, analytical skills, and presentation skills: Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel), ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team. Effective interpersonal skills, planning, organizational skills, and leadership qualities.

Duties :

• Render effective patient-centered Dietetics services for in- and out-patients in adherence to the scope of practice and health protocols. Assess and treat all patients within the allocated clinical load. Carry out all delegated duties, including administrative duties. Implement and adhere to national, provincial, institutional, and departmental policies, procedures, regulations, guidelines, and SOPs. Participate in CPD activities. Work with colleagues and provide relief as and when the need arises. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Supervise and train Dietetic students. Train all relevant personnel. Undergo training and development programs for self-development, i.e., contribute and participate in the professional development of self, colleagues, and interdisciplinary team members. Participate in Performance Management and Development (PMDS). Attend relevant meetings. Utilize allocated financial and physical resources properly and efficiently. Participate in the implementation and monitoring of quality assurance standards, such as record keeping, statistics/data collection, assisting with budget control, asset management, etc. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Comply with standards and ethical requirements as set out by the HPCSA and the Public Sector Code of Conduct. Carry out duties as delegated to ensure quality patient care and excellent service delivery. Implement and maintain the quality assurance and National Core Standard and norms at the departmental level. Adhere to provincial, hospital, and departmental policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations. Contribute and participate in the professional development of self and colleagues. Applicants should be prepared to undergo Medical Surveillance as an inherent job requirement. Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (contracting, quarterly reviews, and final assessment). Perform all other duties delegated by Supervisor/Manager within scope of practice.

Notes :

• 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. NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA) and a proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and a proof of current registration card/certificate with relevant professional body will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Medical surveillance will be conducted on the recommended applicants, at no cost. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undertake two (2) pre-entry assessment i.e ( Practical and integrity assessments). The department is committed to employment equity, People with disabilities are welcome to apply and all those that will represent EE plan of the Hospital. Qualifications of candidates recommended for appointment will be verified. Persons in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) when shortlisted. Candidates will be subjected to security screening and vetting process. Applications received after closing date will not be accepted. The Department reserves the right to not make an appointment. The recommended candidate will be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Candidates will be expected to be available for selection interviews on the date, time and place determined by the Department. 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 : Pretoria West District Hospital

Closing Date : 10-04-2026

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.