Position: Care Worker – Paediatric ward
Location: Mediclinic Midstream | Pretoria | South Africa
Closing Date: 29 September 2023
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To support nursing unit staff in delivering safe and quality patient care that promotes and meets the healthcare needs of patients
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
- Support and assist nursing unit staff in the delivery of quality patient care within a team approach.
- Identify and report risks in line with hospital policies.
- Contribute to a positive patient experience through assisting the nursing unit staff.
- Provide administrative support to the nursing unit staff as specified.
- Contribute to a learning environment that builds staff competence by participating in continuous personal development.
- Ensure that required stock is utilised efficiently and accurately charged
REQUIRED EDUCATION
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: An appropriate qualification as a Care Worker
DESIRED EDUCATION: Grade 12
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Essential minimum experience: Experience in a healthcare environment
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: None
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Understanding of stock control principles
- Reporting and documenting events / tasks
- Knowledge of Medico,legal risks
- Knowledge of administrative tasks
- Understanding of patient experience aspects
- Understanding of patient care principles
- Application of infection prevention and control principles
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
Closing Date: 29 September 2023
Please note that Mediclinic will never request payment for an application or offer made.