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RADIOGRAPHER GRADE 1 TO 3 (DIAGNOSTIC) (SESSIONAL) (20 HOURS PER WEEK) (Contract till 30 November 2027)
Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
Closes Monday 16 November 2026 at 17:00
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Sessional radiographer (diagnostic) at Oral Health Centre, Tygerberg/Mitchells Plain, for 20 hours a week on a contract to 30 November 2027. Suits HPCSA-registered diagnostic radiographers at Grade 1
- Pay is hourly: Grade 1 R273, Grade 2 R318, Grade 3 R373 per hour.
- Must have a qualification that allows HPCSA registration in Diagnostic Radiography and be registered as a Radiographer in Diagnostics.
- Grade 1 needs no experience after registration (1 year for foreign-qualified applicants). Grade 2 needs 10 years (11 for foreign-qualified). Grade 3 needs 20 years (21 for foreign-qualified).
- Must have a valid driver's licence (Code B/EB).
- Duties include radiographic service in a team, recording patient statistics, stock management, quality checks and training students.
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Requirements
- Minimum educational qualification:
- Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Diagnostic Radiography.
- Registration with a professional council:
- Registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostics.
- Experience:
- Grade 1:
- None after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees.
- 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) 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 Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees.
- A Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) 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 Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees.
- A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
- Inherent requirement of the job:
- Valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB).
- Competencies (knowledge/skills):
- Good Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook).
- Good interpersonal skills and perform effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Professional ethics.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Appropriate knowledge of Department of Radiography techniques and protocols.
- Appropriate knowledge of radiation protection and equipment safety.
Duties
- Render optimal Radiographic service within a multidisciplinary team using the ALARA principles.
- Recording of patient and examination statistics.
- Effective stock management.
- Monitor and perform regular quality assurance checks and tests.
- Supervise, train students during clinical session.
- Attend departmental meetings and CPD activities.
How to apply
Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).
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Enquiries
Dr. T. van Zyl Tel No: (021) 937-3110
Notes from the department
- No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
- Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a written and oral assessment.
- 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 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 in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status)”.
As printed in Circular 39 of 2026 · page 308 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 39/395: RADIOGRAPHER GRADE 1 TO 3 (DIAGNOSTIC) (SESSIONAL) (20 HOURS PER WEEK) (Contract till 30 November 2027) Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services SALARY: Grade 1: R273 per hour Grade 2: R318 per hour Grade 3: R373 per hour CENTRE: Oral Health Centre, Tygerberg/Mitchells Plain REQUIREMENTS: Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Diagnostic Radiography. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostics. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) 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 Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees. A Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) 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 Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB). Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook). Good interpersonal skills and perform effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Professional ethics. Ability to work independently. Ability to work under pressure. Appropriate knowledge of Department of Radiography techniques and protocols. Appropriate knowledge of radiation protection and equipment safety. DUTIES: Render optimal Radiographic service within a multidisciplinary team using the ALARA principles. Recording of patient and examination statistics. Effective stock management. Monitor and perform regular quality assurance checks and tests. Supervise, train students during clinical session. Attend departmental meetings and CPD activities. ENQUIRIES: Dr. T. van Zyl Tel No: (021) 937-3110 NOTE: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a written and oral assessment. 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 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 in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status)”.