Diagnostic Radiographer

Requirements

Matric (Grade 12) or Senior Certificate. National Diploma / Degree in Diagnostic Radiography. Certificate with the Health Professionals Council of SA (HPCSA). Current Registration practice receipt with HPCSA as a Diagnostic Radiographer (Independent Practice). Grade 1: Experience: No experience required after registration. Grade 2: Experience: A Minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as a Diagnostic Radiographer after registration with the 245 Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) – Independent Practice. Grade 3: Experience: A Minimum of 20 years appropriate experience as a Diagnostic Radiographer after registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) – Independent Practice. Knowledge, Skills & Competencies: Sound knowledge of diagnostic radiographic procedures and equipment. Sound knowledge of radiation control and safety. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety Acts.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high quality diagnostic radiography services. Execute all clinical procedures competently to prevent complications. Provide a 24 hour diagnostic radiography service. Promote good health practices and ensure optimal patient care. Promote Batho Pele principle in the execution of duties for effective service delivery. Perform reception and clerical duties when necessary. Participate in Radiography quality assurance programs. Participate in departmental policies and procedure development. Participate in monthly departmental meetings. Supervision of junior radiography staff and community service radiographers. Perform Employee Performance Management and Development (EPMDS) of junior staff as required.

How to Apply

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Notes

Directions to Candidates: The following documents must be submitted: Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualification and other relevant document on application but must submit the Employment Form (Z83) and the detailed Curriculum Vitae. Certified copies of certificates and other relevant documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidate on or before the interviews. Therefore only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. It will be expected candidate(s) to be available for interview process on a day, 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. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on form Z83 e.g. Reference Number (NMH/THRT2026) Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the State Security Agency (SAA) to the following checks (criminal clearance, credit records, and citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers. Please note that due to a large number of applications received, applications will not be acknowledged, however, only the short-listed applicants will be advised of the outcome. Applicants are respectfully informed that, if no notification of appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Please note that no S&T payments will be considered for payment to candidates that are Invited for interview. (This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity at all levels of different Occupational Categories in the Department). CLOSING DATE : 13 November 2026