CLINICAL TECHNOLOGIST GRADE 1: NEPHROLOGY

Post Number: MPDoH/Sep/26/1513

Post Station: Witbank Hospital (Nkangala District)

Salary: R413 121–R472 359 p.a

Number of Posts: 2

Closing Date: 2026/09/18

Requirements

Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Clinical Technology. Current registration with the HPCSA as Clinical Technologist (2026). Basic life support (BLS). A minimum of two (2) years Dialysis experience will be an added advantage. Grade 1: SA qualified employees: none experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of employees who performed Community Service as required in SA. Foreign qualified employees: one (1) year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of employees who performed Community Service as required in SA. Knowledge and insight related to dialysis machines and reverse osmosis/water purification system. Knowledge of infection prevention and control (IPC) protocols. Basic computer literacy. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policy related to nephrology. Ability to function independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team. Effective communication. Good organizational skill and ability to function under pressure. Must be prepared to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Duties

Deliver safe, comprehensive and quality patient care, with specific reference to renal disease treatment and education according to the Scope of Practice and Renal Care policies and standard procedures. Demonstrate knowledge of Acute Dialysis and Chronic Dialysis Treatment. Clinical record keeping, procedures and protocols. Operate dialysis machine and water purification system. Identify, prevent and manage risks to ensure patient safety. Facilitate a positive patient experience by creating a conducive environment. Develop/modify an integrated, comprehensive patient based care plan. Conduct patient assessment and interpret of blood results.

Enquiries

Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.

Notes

NOTE: Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. In order to alleviate administration burden on HR Sections as well as considering the cost for applicants, Departments are encouraged to request certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. All posts health/engineering posts that are advertised within the Department professional registration will be required from various statutory council for shortlisted candidates. A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post that you wish to apply for. Please ensure that you clearly state the full post description and the relevant Post Reference Number on your application. No fax applications will be considered. Applicants must ensure that they fully complete and sign form Z 83, even if they are attaching a CV. Incomplete and/or unsigned applications will not be considered. If you are currently in service, please indicate your PERSAL number at the top of form Z83. Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment. All short listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Health within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful. Please quote the CORRECT references when applying and where possible the station / centre where the post is. www.mpuhealth.gov.za