CHIEF PODIATRIST: GRADE 1 (HEALTH)

Manage and coordinate inpatient, and ambulatory services as well as outreach services. To manage, Plan, coordinate and implement podiatry service in the district focusing on the community-based rehabilitation strategy. Plan, coordinate and implement prevention and promotion campaigns for podiatry Supervise junior staff and community service therapists including performance appraisal. Represent the district at the Exco meetings of podiatry. Coordinate monthly podiatry meeting and CPD activities. Prepare and present quarterly reports at the provincial forums. Coordinate the procurement of consumables and Assistive devices for podiatry. Conduct Supervisory visits to all clinics. Management of the sub district allocated to the post including supervisory visits and performance management of staff. Contribute to the district therapeutic planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation processes. Monitor the proper utilization of resources and equipment. Attend relevant meetings and assume relevant responsibilities of Head of Department on delegation. Implementation and monitoring of Quality assurance in the district.

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Podiatrist. Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a podiatrist Independent Practice. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession. All applicants must be South African citizens or permanent residents. Supervisory experience will be an added advantage. A valid drivers license except people with disabilities. Willingness to work at night, weekends, and public holidays and shifts if required. Computer literacy including MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Virtual meeting platforms literacy