
Radiographer Grade 1 To 3 (DIAGNOSTIC) (SESSIONAL) (20 HOURS PER WEEK) (Contract till 30 November 2027)
The Department of Health And Wellness is looking for a Radiographer Grade 1 To 3 (DIAGNOSTIC) (SESSIONAL) (20 HOURS PER WEEK) (Contract till 30 November 2027). This is a sessional role based in Western Cape.
Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/395, page 308
- Appointment
- Sessional
- Province
- Western Cape
- Centre
- Oral Health Centre, Tygerberg/Mitchells Plain
What you will need
- Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Diagnostic Radiography.
- Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostics.
- Inherent requirement of the job: Valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB).
- Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook).
- Good interpersonal skills and perform effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Professional ethics.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Appropriate knowledge of Department of Radiography techniques and protocols.
- Appropriate knowledge of radiation protection and equipment safety.
Experience
Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees. A Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
Professional registration
Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in Diagnostic Radiography. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostics. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees. A Minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 20 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as Radiographer in Diagnostic Radiography in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 21 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA in the relevant profession (where applicable) in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
Driver's licence
Inherent requirement of the job: Valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB).
Skills and competencies
- Competencies (knowledge/skills): Good Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Outlook).
- Good interpersonal skills and perform effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Key responsibilities
- Render optimal Radiographic service within a multidisciplinary team using the ALARA principles.
- Recording of patient and examination statistics.
- Effective stock management.
- Monitor and perform regular quality assurance checks and tests.
- Supervise, train students during clinical session.
- Attend departmental meetings and CPD activities.
Additional details
- Grade: Provincial
How to apply
- Enquiries: Dr. T. van Zyl
- Telephone: (021) 937-3110
Please note
- No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post.
- Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a written and oral assessment.
- Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply.
- Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview.” This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status)”.

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