Radiation Oncology Radiographer (Radiotherapist)

About the role

The Department of Health (KwaZulu-Natal) is hiring 4 Radiation Oncology Radiographer (Radiotherapist) posts. This is a permanent post, paying R510,906 a year. Re-advert All those that have previously applied are eligible to re-apply. Department: Radiation Oncology How to apply: All applications must be addressed to the Human Resources Manager, and should be placed in the application box situated at Security at the entrance to the Management Building at IALCH or to applications@ialch.co.za Reference number to quote: RADRADIOONCO/1/2026 Closing date: 30 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, 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. An Application for Employment Form (Current Z83) must be completed and forwarded. This is obtainable from any Public Service Department or from the website www.kznhealth.gov.za. 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. Certified copies of qualifications, proof of registration and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only which may be submitted to HR on or before the day of the interview. Original signed letter from your current employer, confirming current and appropriate work experience related to the requirements and recommendations of the advert to be submitted only when shortlisted. People with disabilities should feel free to apply for the posts. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. ref APRO/1/2006. Please note that failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. It is the shortlisted candidate’s responsibility to have the foreign qualification, which is the requirement of the post, evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation on or before the day of the interview. Failure to comply will result in the application not being considered. The selected candidate will be subjected to a pre-employment screening and verification process including a CIPC (Companies Intellectual Property Commission) screening. Due to the large number of applications we receive, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. Should you not be advised within 60 days of the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful. Please note that due to financial constraints, There will be no payment of S&T claims. This Hospital is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer whose aim is to promote representatively in all levels of all occupational categories in the Hospital. Person with disabilities and African males are encouraged to apply. Please note that other race groups are also not restricted from applying.

Responsibilities

• Undertake all basic radiation planning and treatment preparation including the tumor localization, graphic planning, radiation dose calculation and the necessary data preparation needed for treatment accessory construction.
• Undertake Brachytherapy Planning and treatment procedure.
• Liaise with the Physicist, Oncologist, Oncology nurses, relatives and the patient.
• Safely operate, care and construct accessories and immobilization devices used in the planning and treatment of the patient.
• Dosimetry checks done before delivery of treatment.
• Ensure accurate records kept of the course of Radiotherapy treatment delivered.
• Serve as Health and Safety Representative.
• Provide afterhours duties and rotate between Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital Radiotherapy department and Addington Hospital Radiotherapy department when needed.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor degree in Radiography.
• Registration with HPCSA as Radiographer oncology, Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Radiographer (Radiotherapy Oncology).
• Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competences Required:
• Knowledge of radiotherapy standard techniques, dose protocols, equipment and accessories associated with relevant techniques and including and cialized techniques
• Knowledge of basic quality assurance in Radiotherapy, radiation effects & Radiation protection on patients
• Anatomy vs. tumor treatment vs. effects on physiology care patterns for patients
• Taking and evaluating of Portal images/C.T. scans and MRI scans for treatment planning purposes
• Knowledge of Radiotherapy Planning
• Good interpersonal skills and basic supervisory skills
• The ability to perform effectively in a team
• Knowledge of basic patient care