Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital (CHBAH): Ward Attendants x 18

POST 04/224 : WARD ATTENDANTS REF NO: CHBAH 628 (X18 POSTS)

Directorate: Nursing
SALARY : R107 196 per annum (Level 02), (plus benefits)
Medicine and Psychiatry (X6 Posts)
Hast Department (X1 Post)
Surgical and Ophthalmology (X1 Post)
Gynae (X8 Posts)
Obstetrics and Paediatrics (X2 Posts)

Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital (CHBAH): Ward Attendants x 18
CENTRE : Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital (CHBAH)
REQUIREMENTS : Adult Education and Training (AET) Level 3 or equivalent Grade 5-7 No
experience Competencies/Knowledge/Skills Excellent interpersonal and
organizational skill. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to
liaise with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to work independently and
in a team. Ability to communicate well with people at different levels. Ability to
organize and plan. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Must be selfmotivated. Ability to handle tasks of multidisciplinary nature and work
independently and in a team. High level of reliability. Good customer skills and
competencies. Ability to handle information confidentially. Must be able to work
under pressure and to take initiative. Basic understanding of Policies (Batho
Pele Principles, Patients Right Charter, Occupational Health and Safety, Six
Priorities and National Core Standards). Knowledge of regulations and the
legislative framework related to Supply Chain Management.

DUTIES : Clean And Create and Orderly Environment: In Ward Prepare disinfectant
solution for the day’s use. Carbonise and make beds after patient has demised,
discharged, or transferred. Prepare boxes/ bins for disposal of medical waste
and place red plastic bag inside Label boxes /bins and place them in the
designated area for collection. Provide and change refuse bags in the ward.
Ensure and maintain cleanliness in all areas in the ward. Clean equipment and
furniture used in the ward. Clean medical equipment under supervision e.g.,
vital monitors, drip stands. Replenish toilet paper, hand towels and soap in the
toilet, bathrooms, and hand basins. Receive, count, record and store clean
linen from the laundry. Sorting and sealing of contaminated linen. Adhere to
policies and procedures. Proper utilization of cleaning materials. Adhere to
recommended dress code (protective clothing). Ensure waste is sorted
accordingly. Assist with messaging when necessary. Replenish /supply
linen/draw sheets. Ensure A Clean Environment In The Kitchen. Provide the
patients with water, ice, water bottles and glasses. Cleaning of food utensils.
Care for and cleaning of the kitchen floor, cupboards, and walls. Controlling of
crockery and stock in the unit kitchen and report to supervisor. Prepare food
trolley and serve. Help with feeding of patients under supervision of nursing
staff. Remove leftovers and clean. Wash baby bottles (for lodger babies).
Defrost and cleaning of fridges in the unit once a week. Ensure a clean
environment in the Sluice Room Clean and tidy sluice room. Clean urinals,
bedpans, wash basins and small bowls. Disinfect, bedpans, urinals,
washbasin, and small bowls. Provide A Support Role for the Nursing Personnel
to Ensure a Quality Health Care Updated inventory available. Assist supervisor
with inventory count. Availability of cleaning material.

ENQUIRIES : Mr B Mulaudzi Tel No: (011) 933 9779/0134
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be hand delivered to The Director: Human Resource, Chris
Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital from 8am to 3pm at Ground Floor, Main
Admin Building or posted to The Director: Human Resource, Chris Hani
Baragwanath Academic Hospital, Private Bag X01, Pimville, 1808. No faxed
applications will be considered.

NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form. The application form is
obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at
www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (please
refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and
signed. On the Z83 the Department where position was advertised it should
state Department of Health (Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital).
According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular
19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications,
service certificate and other relevant documents on application but must submit
a fully completed Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. The Curriculum Vitae
should be recently updated that specifies the following: All experience should
be in a chronological order indicating the position, institution and respective
dates indicating the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). The
information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. Only
shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of
qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on or before the
interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) –Verification (Reference
checks- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor, the
Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names
provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information
preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. Identity
verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial
stability checks and employment verification. If you have not been contacted
within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected
to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act,
Act 5/1993. CHBAH reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for
non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability
of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the
post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of
Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE : 17 February 2023

Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital (CHBAH): Ward Attendants x 18