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Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

Radiographer Grade 1 to 3 (Diagnostic) (Sessional) (20 Hours per Week)

  • Oral Health Centre, Tygerberg/Mitchells Plain
  • Western Cape
  • R273 – R373 /hr
  • Fixed term
  • Health and Medical
Closing date
Monday, 16 November 2026 at 17:00 7 days left
Reference
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Source
DPSA · 30 Oct 2026

About the role

(Contract till 30 November 2027)

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Diagnostic Radiography. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostics. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.

Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SAqualified employees. AMinimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees.

A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB). Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook).

Good interpersonal skills and perform effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Professional ethics. Ability to work independently.

Ability to work under pressure. Appropriate knowledge of Department of Radiography techniques and protocols. Appropriate knowledge of radiation protection and equipment safety.

Duties

Render optimal Radiographic service within a multidisciplinary team using the ALARA principles. Recording of patient and examination statistics. Effective stock management. Monitor and perform regular quality assurance checks and tests. Supervise, train students during clinical session. Attend departmental meetings and CPD activities.

How to apply

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Dr. T. van Zyl Tel No: (021) 937-3110

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a written and oral assessment. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply.

Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview.” This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status)”.

General note

It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.