7. The NHLS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The filing of posts will be guided by the NHLS employment Equity Targets.

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1 February 2018 GUIDELINES TO APPLICANTS 1. If you meet the requirements, kindly forward a concise CV to The relevant Practitioner/Administrator (Human Resources) by or logging on to the NHLS career page (I-Recruitment), quoting the reference number and the job title. 2. Response addresses of the relevant HR representative and or Region is supplied at the end of each regional adverts. The onus is on the applicant to ensure that their application has been received. Incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 3. Any credentials of the contract of employment will be subject to Security clearance, Competency/Psychometric assessments, reference checking, signing of performance contract on appointment, signing of an employment contract on appointment, presentation etc. 4. All positions that require an applicant to be registered with a Professional body must attach proof of registration with their application. Applications sent without the proof of registration will not be considered. 5. These positions are open to all employees of the NHLS Including the employees who are on contract in similar or different positions. 6. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. 7. The NHLS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The filing of posts will be guided by the NHLS employment Equity Targets. 8. Successful applicants will be remunerated on the published scale associated with the grade of the post. This means that the remuneration of an applicant who is successful for a position that is lower than his/her current job grade will be adjusted downward with effect from the date of appointment. 9. Internal applicants must have served 12 months in their current post from date of appointment to the position as a new appointment, promotion or transfer before they may apply for new position. 10. External applicants shall be responsible for all expenditure related to attendance of interviews. CLOSING DATE FOR ALL S IS THE 14 FEBRUARY

2 NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH REFERENCE NUMBER : DEPARTMENT OF EPIDEMIOLOGY & SURVEILLANCE : NIOH BRAAMFONTEIN : MEDICAL SCIENTIST : NIOH To provide epidemiological and biostatistical expertise, research, teaching and training nationally with both government and private entities to ensure relevant positioning of the NIOH-NHLS and adequate service delivery of occupational health systems and programmes. Responsible for providing Epidemiological support to government departments in developing workplace health policy, systems and programmes for Occupational Health. Participate in the planning and implementation of Occupational health research programmes in the Workplace for the public and private sectors with respect to Occupational Disease to ensure the efficient delivery of Safety and health programmes for the workplace in accordance with best practices Coordinate and participate in training of health professionals to ensure capacity development including development of CPD programmes Contribute to lectures in Epidemiology courses. Responsible for own Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes to ensure that s/he is informed of new developments within the discipline of Public Health to increase knowledge base as well as to ensure compliance with HPCSA statutory requirements Engage with the development and multinational partners on programmes of mutual interest with the NHLS-NIOH Undertake research in Public and Occupational Health to increase the body of scientific knowledge Contribute to NIOH s national technical information service by giving advice on various epidemiology and biostatistics issues to practitioners, employers and trade unions Responsible for writing Scientific reports and papers for decision making purposes Participate in Occupational Health related or any other Outbreak Investigations and surveillance PHD 3 years experience in Public Health / Epidemiology field 2 years research and data analysis experience Knowledge of Epidemiology Public Health Systems Research methodologies Teaching and Training Knowledge of Health Policy and programmes Biostatistics Competent in statistical softwares Occupational Health Project management skills Computer literacy Leadership and management skills Analytical Skills Conflict management and problem solving skills Time management Scientific Report writing Strong Interpersonal Skills Grant Application skills Research skills Strategic outlook and vision Communication skills (Written and Verbal) Data Management skills Desktop review skills Data Analysis Skills 2

3 : DEPARTMENT SAFETY, HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT PROGRAMME : OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE MANAGER : NIOH POLOKWANE : D1 REFERENCE NUMBER : NIOH ( ) To manage and provide Occupational Health Services for the NHLS, in accordance with Legislation, NHLS Occupational Health and Safety policy and SOPs. To manage the designated safety, health and environment team in order to reach the objectives of the SHE Programme To manage, coordinate and participate in the occupational health risk assessment process within the region together with facility managers and relevant practitioners to comply relevant legislation and policy To advise on and manage in health promotion of NHLS employees to endorse safe work practices and healthy lifestyle. To identify health and safety training needs, plan and implement the necessary training. To provide input into the development of occupational health policy and SOPs To implement the medical surveillance programme in line with legislation, NHLS occupational health and safety policies and standards (including pre-, routine, exit and special medicals) under the supervision of an Occupational Medicine Practitioner To maintain all medical records for the medical surveillance programme for the duration of employment for employees and for record storage for the relevant statutory period To manage the provision of immunization services to all NHLS employees according to policy To manage the referral of NHLS employees to occupational medicine practitioners and other relevant service providers, support rehabilitation and initiate appropriate response to medical emergencies in accordance with NHLS policy To ensure that all health, safety and environment related information are capture into relevant software (including OHASIS) and produce reports as required. To manage resources within the SHE Programme and NHLS in order to reach the objectives of the NHLS To assist Human resources in the management of injury on duty compensations claims To attend and participate in management and health and safety meetings in the respective regions 4 year degree in General nursing plus B.CURR / post-graduate qualification in occupational health nursing (BTech/Diploma) (2 years) Registration as professional nurse with SA Nursing Council (SANC) A dispensing licence would be highly desirable/preferred Valid driver s licence 3-5 years post qualification experience in occupational health 1 to 2 years experience in management role within occupational health environment Experience in primary health care Knowledge of medical record keeping in line with national legislation Knowledge of relevant disease related information to facilitate counselling Knowledge of occupational health and safety legislation (including COID legislation) Knowledge of SHE risk assessment processes Knowledge of policy formulation procedures Basic knowledge of financial management and budgeting processes Knowledge of appropriate primary response to medical emergencies Knowledge of clinic management Knowledge of Employee Wellness Programmes Knowledge of occupational health and safety Knowledge of primary healthcare 3

4 REFERENCE NUMBER : ANATOMICAL PATHOLOGY : NIOH BRAAMFONTEIN : MEDICAL SCIENTIST (FIXED TERM CONTRACT-12 MONTHS) : NIOH To attain specific sub-discipline knowledge and experience. To conduct research relevant to the pathology discipline, to teach and train students, registrars and other Health Care professionals and students from the University, NIOH and NHLS. To do perform and interpret diagnostic tests. To develop and introduce new tests and to assist in troubleshooting related to diagnostic testing. To assist with maintaining laboratory accreditation and to get new tests accredited. To develop appropriate tests and improve existing laboratory tests in order to optimize and enhance the provision of diagnostic services To apply specialized knowledge in order to assist with the diagnosis of diseases, including the macroscopic assessment of anatomical pathology specimens To assist in troubleshooting of operational problems and routine tests to solve problems timeously and to avoid unnecessary delays in provision of test results. To contribute to the formal teaching programme of the department and the assessment of students (NHLS NIOH and University) to ensure that their knowledge and understanding of the relevant discipline meets academic/degree requirements To train students, registrars and technical staff in laboratory skills and health sciences to ensure that they can deliver improved and effective diagnostic services To perform total quality management of the research laboratory to ensure accurate and reliable results. Contribute to maintaining laboratory s SANAS accreditation and to assist with the accreditation of new tests and procedures. To conduct relevant research (basic and applied) that promotes departmental interests in order to gain new knowledge and improve understanding in line with the NHLS s goal of becoming a world-class research organisation Masters degree in Science / Ph.D. In Science (Desirable) Registration with HPCSA in Anatomical Pathology Previous experience in a research laboratory Previous experience in an Anatomical Pathology Laboratory Experience with Immunohistochemistry techniques Writing of grant proposals Writing of a publication Preparation and presentation of lectures Exam compilation Quality control in the laboratory Good Laboratory Practice Method validation Macroscopic examination of specimens Performing Immunohistochemistry tests Working knowledge of accreditation principles 4

5 : ANATOMICAL PATHOLOGY : NIOH BRAAMFONTIEN : MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST/TECHNICIAN HISTOLOGY REFERENCE NUMBER : NIOH ( /7014) MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST HISTOLOGY To perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease under the supervision. To maintain the laboratory machines in order to avoid unnecessary shut-down times and service interruptions. To run quality control procedures to ensure that accurate results can be generated. To prepare specimens prior to analysis to ensure suitability for the specific test to be carried out. To carry out routine testing procedures on specimens in order to obtain accurate results to be used by clinicians, under the general supervision of the senior qualified medical technologist. To review and keep both the results under the supervision of the Pathologist to ensure that correct and valid results are sent to clinicians. To observe health and safety regulations while working to ensure own and others' safety at all times To assist with the training of students and interns under the supervision of the medical technologist to ensure that students are adequately trained to meet NHLS needs To give input into the writing of SOPs in order to assist with improving the standard of the laboratory To input data into databases for later retrieval and analysis To phone through abnormal and urgent results to doctors and nurses and deal with all routine enquiries National Diploma in Biomedical Technology Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Technologist in Histopathological Knowledge of laboratory information system (DISA) or Track Care system Knowledge of laboratory processes, equipment and procedures Knowledge of principles of good laboratory practice Knowledge of Accreditation principles Technically orientated Assertive with attention to detail Interpersonal, computer, analytical and communication skills Willingness to work unsociable hours, weekends and public holidays Ability to work under pressure, within a team and with minimal supervision. MEDICAL TECHNICIAN HISTOLOGY Receive, prepare, sort and analyse specimens for testing Phone abnormal and urgent results to doctors and nurses, deal with all routine enquiries Maintenance and calibration of instruments, machines and equipment Carry out all routine testing procedures Ensure that wards, referring hospitals and clinics receive their results according to set turnaround times Adhere to safety procedures and perform all required QC procedures Training of students Participate in the delivery of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities within the department / laboratory to contribute to staff development and in compliance with HPCSA requirements Comply with policies and procedures of the NHLS as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Qualified as a Medical Technician Registration with HPCSA as Medical Technician in Histopathological Techniques Postqualification experience in a diagnostic laboratory as a Medical Technician Experience in a laboratory environment Knowledge of laboratory information system (DISA) Technically orientated Attention to detail Communication, analytical and interpersonal skills Team orientated Willingness to work unsociable hours, weekends, public holidays. Enquiries may be directed to Mpho Tau (011) , application to niohrecruitment@nioh.nhls.ac.za or visit the NHLS career page at 5