Department of Health
Salary band
R 472 359
Closing date
11 September 2026
Reference
MPDOH/AUG/26/1457
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Department
Department of Health
Location
King Nyabela Hospital (Middelburg Hospital) (Nkangala District)
Salary
Grade 1: R413 121 - R472 359 per annum Grade 2: R482 499 - R550 389 per annum Grade 3: R564 822 - R683 808 per annum
Requirements
Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus appropriate qualification that allows for the required registration with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Optometrist (2026). Grade 1: No experienced is required after registration with HPCSA as an Optometrist. Grade 2: A minimum of 10 relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as an Optometrist. Grade 3: 20 years and more relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as an Optometrist. Knowledge of Integrated School Health services, Non-Communicable Diseases, Health Awareness Calendar (Eye Health). Good communication skills (verbal and written). Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles, Patients right charter, PMDS & PFMA. A valid Driver’s Licence is essential.
Duties
To coordinate the implementation and monitoring of optometric eye care activities and services in the hospital, aimed at improving eye health and the elimination of avoidable visual impairment and blindness. Coordinate and monitor optometric care activities in the area, improve refractive error services, promote eye health in the district. Improve the quality of refractive services in the district. Participate in district Awareness Campaign and in the Integrated School Health Programme according to scope of practice. Report monthly statistics. Participate in the procurement and issuing of spectacles / assistive optical devices. Examination, diagnosing and management of eye conditions as per Optometry scope of practices. Exercise safeguarding of all assistive optical devices, consumables and equipment’s. Collaborate with stakeholders in eye care service delivery. Participate in the training of School health nurses and Primary Health Care nurses. Visit different Hospitals in the district to render Mass Refraction according to itinerary / District Eye Programme plan. Perform any other duties as delegated by the supervisor.
Enquiries
Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
Closing Date
2026-09-11T23:59:00+02:00
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The advertised salary band for this post is R 472 359. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.
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