CHIEF RADIOGRAPHER GRADE 1 – 2

Department of Health; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health department in Gauteng is seeking a qualified Radiographer with a Diploma or Degree in Diagnostic Radiography. The role involves ensuring effective management of radiography staff and compliance with health regulations. Candidates must have a current registration with HPCSA and at least 3 years of experience in a similar capacity. The position requires a commitment to high-quality patient care and may involve shift work. Interested applicants should apply through the specified portal before the closing date.

Qualifications

• Must have current annual registration with HPCSA.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a production Radiographer.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise Radiography staff and services.
• Ensure compliance with legislation regarding radiography.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic radiographs.
• Work shifts as per roster allocation.
• Liaise with stakeholders.

Skills

Diagnostic Radiography

Management skills

Communication skills

Patient safety protocols

Education

Diploma/Degree in Diagnostic Radiography

Certificate of registration with HPCSA

Job description

• Directorate : Clinical support and Therapeutic Services
• Number of Posts : 1

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Diagnostic Radiography.
• Certificate of registration with HPCSA.
• Current annual registration with HPCSA.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a production Radiographer.

Duties

• Ensure effective and efficient management and supervision of Radiography staff and services.
• Ensure effective and efficient management of radiography equipment according to an ideal Hospital Realization and Maintenance Framework according to SAHPRA and OHSC.
• Adhere and ensure compliance with Radiation Control Board and HPCSA legislation.
• Production of high-quality diagnostic radiographs in accordance with prescribed protocols.
• Provision, supervision and management of a 24-hour service delivery.
• Be prepared to work early, late, weekend shifts and night shifts according to roster allocation.
• Liaise with internal and external Stakeholders.
• Partake and facilitate staff and student development.
• Plan and organize the provision of Radiography services according to the vision and mission statements of the Department of Health.
• Prioritize the implementation of cost‑saving measures in accordance with the PFMA.
• Ensure a high level of patient care.
• Ensure patient safety incident writing and root‑cause analysis is documented, reported and submitted to the relevant stakeholders.
• Communicate with external and internal professionals to ensure patient safety and fair treatment.
• The above duties are not limited. Any other reasonable request in accordance with the job description shall be accommodated.
• To manage implement Quality Assurance measures in the area of work to ensure maintenance of, and where possible improve, standards of patient care.

Notes

Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E‑Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand‑delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to [e-mail]. NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA) and a proof of current registration (Annual Practising Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and 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 an evaluation certificate from the 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 the Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the public service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint or fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer: Department of Health

Location: Pholosong Regional Hospital

Closing Date: 23‑01‑2026

Criteria Questions

• Do you have current annual registration with HPCSA?
• Do you have a Diploma/Degree in Diagnostic Radiography?
• Do you have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a production Radiographer?

Please Notes:

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