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

About the role

The Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape) is hiring a Radiographer Grade 1 to 3 (Diagnostic) (Sessional) (20 Hours Per Week) in Metro Health Services, based in Oral Health Centre, Tygerberg/Mitchells Plain. This is a contract post. (Contract till 30 November 2027) Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services How to apply: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). Closing date: 16 November 2026, 17:00PM Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. 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)”.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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: at least 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees.
• At least 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: at least 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees.
• At least 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