Care Worker - Emergency Centre

Mediclinic Milnerton | Milnerton, Cape Town | South Africa

Closing date: 24/02/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Moegamad Magadie Martin
Reference number: 57933
Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent

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

1. Support and assist nursing unit staff in the delivery of quality patient care within a team approach.
2. Identify and report risks in line with hospital policies.
3. Contribute to a positive patient experience through assisting the nursing unit staff.
4. Provide administrative support to the nursing unit staff as specified.
5. Contribute to a learning environment that builds staff competence by participating in continuous personal development.
6. 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.