Chief Diagnostic Radiographer Grade 1

Department of Health; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A Health Department in South Africa seeks a Diagnostic Radiographer to perform X-ray examinations and ensure compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have a Senior Certificate, a three-year diploma or degree in Diagnostic Radiography, and at least three years of relevant experience, including supervisory skills. The role requires knowledge of X-ray systems and adherence to safety regulations. Applications close on January 26, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in Diagnostic Radiography.
• Current Registration with Health Professions Council as Diagnostic Radiographer.
• Knowledge of radiation safety regulations.
• Supervisory experience in the radiology department.

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray examinations following safety standards.
• Maintain and ensure proper functionality of radiology equipment.
• Conduct quality improvement management in radiology.

Skills

Computer literacy

Verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Report writing skills

Strategic planning

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to promote patients’ rights

Education

Senior Certificate / Grade 12

Three-year National diploma/Degree in Diagnostic Radiography

Tools

X-ray digital system

RIS

PACS

Job description

Requirements :

• REQUIREMENTS:Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus an appropriate three-year National diploma/ Degree in Diagnostic Radiography. Current Registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa as Diagnostic Radiographer (Independent Practice). A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in Diagnostic Radiography of which at least 6 months of the period mentioned above must be of the supervisory experience. Working knowledge and experience in radiography principles, systems and procedures performed within the radiology department. Knowledge of X-ray digital system, RIS and PACS. Render 24-hour radiology services. Sound knowledge of radiation safety regulations and good understanding of radiography equipment and protocols. Knowledge of relevant public service policies acts and regulations such as PFMA, OHS policies, etc. Knowledge of HR related policies and procedures, knowledge of Employee Performance Management and Development Systems. Computer literacy446; good verbal and written communication skills, sound interpersonal skills, report writing skills, strategic planning and organizational skills. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to promote and uphold patients’ rights. May be required to cover after hours.

Duties :

• Responsibility include but not limited to: Performance of X-ray examinations. Ensure that radiology equipment installed and used meet all applicable radiation safety standards. Ensure that the equipment is well maintained and function properly. Quality improvement management. Ensure that prefsø multiline text continues… (content remains unchanged from original list).

Notes :

• • Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and a proof of current registration card/certificate with relevant professional body will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representativity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. мел.

Employer : Department of Health

Closing Date : 26-01-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have grade 12 plus an appropriate three-year National diploma / Degree in Diagnostic Radiography ?

Are you currently registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa As Diagnostic Radiographer (Independent Practice)

Do you have Minimum of 3 years appropriate experience in Diagnostic Radiography of which at least 6 months of the period mentioned above must be of the supervisory experience ?

Do you have knowledge and experience in radiography principles , system and procedures performed within the Radiology Department ?

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.