Locum - Clinic Practitioner - Die Boord

Dis-Chem Pharmacies; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Qualified Clinic Sister to manage a Primary Health Care Clinic within a pharmacy. Responsibilities include overseeing clinic operations, ensuring patient care, and maintaining relationships with healthcare stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a nursing qualification, relevant experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister.
• Registered with South African Nursing Council (SANC).

Responsibilities

• Manage and operate the Primary Health Care Clinic.
• Ensure all clinic services are available as scheduled.
• Build and maintain relationships with patients and healthcare stakeholders.

Skills

Knowledge of community health nursing

Strong command of English

Time management skills

Emotional intelligence

Education

Tertiary qualification in General Nursing

Degree/Diploma in Midwifery

Tools

Patient Record System

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dis-Chem is looking for a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team at Die Boord in Stellenbosch. The key purpose of the position is to manage and operate a profitable, Primary Health Care Clinic that is situated in a pharmacy within the scope of practice of a registered nursing practitioner.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Grade 12 – Matric
2. Tertiary qualification in General Nursing
3. Degree/Diploma in Midwifery
4. Registered with South African Nursing Council (SANC)
5. Nursing practitioner must obtain BHF registration
6. 2-3 years’ experience in practicing as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister
7. Computer skills – Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Advantageous:

1. Minimum 5 years practicing as a Primary Health Care Sister
2. Experience with Patient Record System, CKS, Allegra

Job Description:

• Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and best practices
• Manage clinic foot traffic and set objectives to improve patient flow
• Ensure all clinic services are available as scheduled
• Keep accurate patient records and ensure follow-up communication
• Ensure clinic operates according to operational hours
• Process claims accurately and promptly
• Maintain stock and equipment in working condition
• Ensure stock levels are sufficient
• Build and maintain relationships with patients, store and dispensary managers, colleagues, medical aids, suppliers, community role players, and other healthcare stakeholders

Competencies:

Essential:

• Knowledge of community health nursing, primary health care, occupational health nursing, family planning, cytology, IUD, pharmacology, EPI/cold chain management, STDs, emergency care, HIV/AIDS counseling, breastfeeding, pathology, wound care
• Quarterly CPD training and in-service training with Dis-Chem
• Strong command of English (written and oral)
• Understanding of financial implications of meeting or missing targets
• Strong analytical skills for clinic statistics and commissions
• Emotional intelligence, entrepreneurial flair, trustworthiness, honesty
• Ability to manage team and self; be self-directed and motivated
• Time management skills

Advantageous:

• Bilingual abilities
• Knowledge of business objectives
• Additional courses: Baby Immunisation, Family Planning, Primary Health Care, Breastfeeding, Disease Management

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Willingness to work retail hours
• Physically fit to manage a clinic
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport
• South African citizen
• Clear credit and criminal records

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED. IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN CONTACTED WITHIN TWO WEEKS AFTER THE CLOSING DATE, PLEASE CONSIDER YOUR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.

Dis-Chem is an equal opportunity employer and supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities, considering its Employment Equity Plan and Targets.