Clinical Technologist Grade 1 to 3: Cardiology (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: GSH145/2026

Location: Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 413 121 - R 472 359 per annum, Grade 2: R 482 499 - R 550 389 per annum, Grade 3: R 564 822 - R 683 808 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

STARTING DATE

7/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/17 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

ENQUIRIES

Mr M Govender, tel no. (021) 404 4094/5.

NOTE

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 registrationfees 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 change in registrationstatus).

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Good communication skills (verbal and written). Experience in Echocardiography, Cardiac Catheterization and Cardiac Pacing. Appropriate experience in clinical technology within the filed of cardiology including in-service training at a registered training facility. Above average academic record, work record and managerial abilities. Ability to work independently, without supervision and work within a group with all levels of staff.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Ability to render a after hour service. Delivery of a 24-hour standby service (required to work after hours, during weekends and public holidays).

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

To perform high quality and efficient cardiology service by providing specialized clinical technology support in all areas of non-invasive and invasive cardiology. Required to work in the various specialized areas in the unit on a rotational basis (Cardiac catheterization laboratory, pacemakerclinic, echocardiography laboratory, Holter analysis).

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with HPCSA as a Clinical Technologist: Cardiology.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA in Clinical Technology in respect of RSA qualified employees. One-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Clinical Technology in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: Minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience after registration with HPCSA in Clinical Technology in respect of SA qualified employees. Minimum of 11 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Clinical Technology in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: Minimum of 20 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Clinical Technology in respect of RSA qualified employees. Minimum of 21 years’ relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in Clinical Technology in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service as required in South Africa.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Clinical Technologist: Cardiology.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.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. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• 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 etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.