Diagnostic Radiographer Grade 1 to 3

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

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Diagnostic Radiographer Grade 1 to 3

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: RXH83/2025

Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital

Competencies (Knowledge/ Skills):

Adhere to all departmental requirements and protocols. Knowledge of radiation protection, quality assurance and equipment safety. Provide paediatric radiography service independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of Digital Radiography imaging modalities and medical imaging workflow. Good computer skills (MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Good interpersonal skills and perform effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Comply with National Core Standards requirements. Good time management. Knowledge of Picture Archiving and Communication Systems and Radiology Information Systems.

Minimum Educational Qualification:

Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography.

Experience:

Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Diagnostic Radiographer in respect of RSA-qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Diagnostic Radiographer in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Diagnostic Radiographer in respect of RSA-qualified employees. A Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Diagnostic Radiographer in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Diagnostic Radiographer in respect of RSA-qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Diagnostic Radiographer in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.

Enquiries:

Mrs C Pietersen,

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs):

Provide a radiographic service for paediatric patients and produce diagnostic images of high quality. Provide optimal patient care. Imaging of paediatric patients in specialized areas. Perform CT Scan imaging, Digital Radiography, Fluoroscopy, Theatre, DR Mobiles, Panorex Imaging and Lodox. Optimal use and care of equipment and daily quality checks. Participate in personal, departmental and hospital in-service and training programs. Provide relief duty in absence of the colleagues and provide support to supervisor.

Registration With The Professional Council

Registration with the HPCSA as a Diagnostic Radiographer.

Inherent Requirements Of The Job:

Render 40 - hours per week which includes after hour services on weekends and night duty rotations as determined by the department.

Note:

The job contents as indicated in the advertisement might be adjusted in terms of the service needs. Shortlisted candidates may be subject to a practical test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. "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 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 as Diagnostic Radiographer with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)".

Remuneration:

Grade 1: R 397,233 per annum, Grade 2: R 463,941 per annum, Grade 3: R 543,099 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date:

12/5/2025 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver's license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.

Closing date: 1/9/2026 12:00:00 AM