Caregiver

A Caregiver position is being filled in Upington. Suitable candidates from across Northern Cape are invited to submit their applications for review.

Overview

The organisation is investing in its Upington operation, and this Caregiver position reflects that commitment. The successful candidate will work across the health jobs function and contribute to the wider Northern Cape business.

Expect a structured first ninety days, with onboarding milestones, regular check-ins, and an early focus on getting comfortable with the systems and processes that underpin the Upington team.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the health jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Upington much easier.

Where You’ll Work

Notably, the environment is clinical, regulated and patient-centred. Shift work, infection control protocols and clear scope-of-practice boundaries are part of every working day.

Notably, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.

Practically speaking, a respectful, professional environment is the standard in Northern Cape. Bullying, harassment and unfair conduct have no place here, and managers are trained to act decisively when concerns are raised.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Northern Cape, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Upington.

Daily Duties

• Administer prescribed medications and document treatments accurately
• Support infection prevention and control protocols across the unit
• Operate and care for clinical equipment in line with manufacturer guidelines
• Participate in multi-disciplinary ward rounds and care planning
• Liaise with medical aids and process pre-authorisations where required
• Maintain a clean, safe and welcoming clinical environment

Essential Criteria

• Computer literacy and experience with electronic health records
• Clear criminal record verified through approved screening
• Working knowledge of POPIA as it applies to patient information
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
• Up-to-date immunisations as required by occupational health policy

Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.