Ultra-Sonographer

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REF NO: DANCHC 09/2026 (X1 POST) REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12/ Senior Certificate. Degree/ National Diploma in Ultrasound. Current registration with HPCSA as Sonographer. Grade 1: Experience: No experience after registration with the Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an ultra-sonographer in respect of RSA qualified employee who performed Community Service as required in South Africa. 1-year relevant experience after registration with HPCSA in respect of foreign qualified employees. Grade 2: Experience: A minimum of 10 years appropriate /recognisable experience after registration with HPCSA as an ultra-sonographer in respect of RSA qualified employees who performed community Service. 11 years’ experience after registration with HPCSA in respect of foreign qualified employees. Grade 3: Experience: A minimum of 20 years appropriate /recognisable experience after registration with HPCSA as an ultra-sonographer in respect of RSA qualified employees who performed Community Service. 21 years’ experience after registration with HPCSA in respect of foreign qualified employees of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies required for the post: Sound knowledge of Obstetrics and Gynaecology ultrasound. Sound knowledge of general ultrasound scans. Sound knowledge of Ultrasound procedures. Knowledge of relevant Health and Safety policies, regulations and acts. Sound report writing and administrative skills. Knowledge of Quality Assurance procedure and methods. Sound communication, interpersonal, problem solving, teaching and training skills. Good interpersonal relations and ability to perform with a team. Computer literacy. NOTE: Applications must be submitted on the prescribed application for employment form (Z83-fully completed) and Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents and proof of current registration with the respective council on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise, and the other must be an integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panel shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The Reference Number must be indicated in the column (Part A) provided thereof on the Z83 form. NB: Failu re to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. Faxed applications will NOT be accepted. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records and citizenship, verification of educational qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). 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. Preference will be given to African Male DUTIES: Provide high quality ultrasound services consistent with scope of practice and clinical standards. Provide high quality ultrasound services according to the patient’s needs. To promote good health practices and ensure optimal patient care. Execute all ultr asound procedure completely to prevent complications. Provide general administrative duties as required. Provide guidance and supervision to junior staff. Participate in multidisciplinary team as part of medical and allied team. Participate in institutional radiographic policy making and planning for service delivery. Promote Batho Pele Principles in the execution of all duties for effective service delivery. Give factual information to patients and clients on ultrasound examinations. Participate in departm ental Quality Assurance, Quality Improvement Programmes and National Core Standards. Inspect and utilize equipment professionally to ensure that they comply with safety standards. Develop protocols to ensure that sonographic services comply with the requir ed prescripts. Participate in ultrasound quality assurance programmes. Participate in Continued Professional Development (CPD) programmes. Compile report and memos as required in the working environment. Assist with ultrasound patient booking. Perform other duties as per delegation by radiography management. SALARY: Grade 1 R510 906 – R581 892 per annum Grade 2: R598 260 – R683 808 per annum Grade 3: R703 785 – R756 444 per annum Other benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional), Rural Allowance and Housing allowance: Prescribed requirements to be met. CENTRE: Dannhauser CHC ENQUIRIES: Dr FP Mtshali Tel No: (034) 621 6100 APPLICATIONS: All applications should be forwarded to Assistant Director: HRM; KZN: Department of Health; Hand delivery to: Dannhauser Community Health Centre; No 7 Durnacol Road; Dannhauser: 3080. Email Address: DannhauserCHC.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za FOR ATTENTION: Mrs DBP Buthelezi (Re- advertisement)

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