DPSA Optometrist Vacancies 2023 | DPSA 02nd Circular 2023 Jobs in Johannesburg

Job Description

REQUIREMENTS : B.Tech/Degree or National Diploma in Optometry. Registered with the HPCSA
as an independent practitioner with Diagnostic Privileges. A minimum of two
(2) years appropriate experience in optometry and eye health. Must have a
valid driver’s license. Sound knowledge of government and HPCSA
regulations, policies and legislation. Sound knowledge and relevant experience
in eye health diagnostic procedures. Have knowledge of health education and
promotion. Be service oriented and attend to detail. Have good judgment,
critical thinking and decision-making skills. Be patient, empathetic and
compassionate. Be able to communicate effectively, work with colleagues and
be part of the multi-disciplinary team. Highly motivated and enthusiastic to
contribute to eye health service. Prepared to go an extra mile

DUTIES : Investigate and analyze test results and develop a treatment and management
plan. Conduct screening and comprehensive eye and visual examinations.
Prescribe therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision. Provide
education and counselling to promote eye health. Participate in planned health
awareness campaigns and outreach to communities. Capture data from
patients daily as well as referrals given. Write and submit monthly and quarterly
work reports and maintain records thereof. Be able to conduct the necessary
patient and condition specific eye examinations like annual fundoscopy for
diabetics as prescribed and eye screening as per the road to health card. Be
part of a multidisciplinary team of professionals when managing patients.
Present and share unusual clinical cases with other practitioners in the district
for learning purposes.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. S.B. Sejake Tel No: (016) 950 6013
APPLICATIONS : Please quote the relevant reference number, direct applications to the HR
Manager, Sedibeng DHS, hand deliver at designated recruitment boxes next
to security office Cnr. Frikkie Meyer & Pasteur BLVD.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a new Z83 application for employment,
failure to do so will results in disqualification. Z83 form is obtainable from any
Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.
The completed and signed form should be accompanied by an updated CV
only. Copies of qualifications and other relevant documents must not be
included on application. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit
certified copies of qualification and other relevant documents to Human
Resources Management Unit on or before the day of the interview.
Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Failure to submit
all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date,
please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Recommended
candidates will be subjected to medical assessment. People with disabilities
are encouraged to apply. 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, Coloured Males and Coloured Females, Indian
Males and Indian Females, White Males and White Females are encouraged
to apply. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know by
reporting to your nearest police station.