Caregiver

A vacancy has been confirmed for a Caregiver based in Upington, Northern Cape. The successful candidate will join an established team within the health jobs function.

About This Position

The Caregiver vacancy forms part of how the Upington branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the health jobs side of the business moving forward.

On top of that, the role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Upington operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.

Importantly, the role has been written to be sustainable, not just busy. Strong output is expected, and managers in Upington also pay attention to recovery, learning and the kind of breathing room that keeps people doing good work over time.

Why This Role

You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Upington colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the health jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.

Importantly, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.

Notably, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.

Your Future Here

This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the health jobs team in Upington have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

Internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Upington have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Upington team member.

Key Responsibilities

• Support infection prevention and control protocols across the unit
• Operate and care for clinical equipment in line with manufacturer guidelines
• Provide compassionate, patient-centred care in line with scope of practice
• Liaise with medical aids and process pre-authorisations where required
• Participate in multi-disciplinary ward rounds and care planning
• Administer prescribed medications and document treatments accurately

What You’ll Need

• Working knowledge of POPIA as it applies to patient information
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required
• Strong patient-centred communication and interpersonal skills
• BLS, ACLS or PALS certification where applicable to the role
• Commitment to ongoing CPD and clinical learning
• Relevant clinical qualification from a recognised institution

Potential is considered alongside experience, so candidates who tick most of these boxes should still be considered.