Clinic Practitioner

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Primary Health Care Clinic Sister to manage and operate our clinic, ensuring that all services are delivered according to industry regulations and best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in primary health care and midwifery, with a focus on maintaining high standards of patient care and clinic operations.

Minimum Requirements:

Essential:

• Grade 12 – Matric.
• Tertiary qualification in General Nursing.
• Degree/Diploma in Midwifery.
• Registered with South African Nursing Council (SANC).
• Nursing practitioner must obtain BHF registration.
• 2-3 years’ experience in practicing as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Advantageous:

• Minimum of 5 years practicing as a Primary Health Care Sister.
• Experience with Patient Record Systems & CKS & Allegra.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinic Management:
  • Perform Clinic Sister duties according to industry regulations and best practices.
  • Manage the clinic’s “feet-per-hour” rate and set objectives to enhance patient flow and service efficiency.
  • Ensure all clinic services are available and meet operational standards.
• Patient Care:
  • Maintain accurate records of patient details and ensure timely follow-up communication.
  • Process claims accurately and timeously in accordance with industry standards.
• Operational Duties:
  • Ensure that the clinic is open and operational during the stated hours.
  • Manage stock and equipment to ensure they are in working condition and sufficiently available.
  • Build and maintain healthy relationships with patients, store and dispensary managers, colleagues, medical aids, suppliers, and key community role players.

Competencies:

Essential:

• Knowledge of community health nursing, primary health care, family planning, cytology, IUD, pharmacology, EPI/cold chain management, STDs, emergency care, HIV/AIDS pre- and post-counseling, breastfeeding, pathology, and wound care.
• Strong command of English (written and oral).
• Understanding of the financial implications of meeting or not meeting set monthly targets.
• Strong analytical skills related to monthly clinic statistics and commission.
• Emotional intelligence, entrepreneurial flair, trustworthiness, and honesty.
• Ability to manage both team and self; self-directed and self-motivated.
• Excellent time management skills.

Advantageous:

• Bilingual.
• Knowledge and understanding of business objectives.
• Completion of additional courses such as Baby Immunisation (DoH/Sanofi Pasteur), Family Planning (DoH), Primary Health Care, Breastfeeding, and Disease Management.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Willing and able to work retail hours.
• Physically fit and healthy to manage a Primary Health Care Clinic.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.
• South African citizen.
• Clear credit and criminal records.

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Market-related salary.
• Medical aid.
• Provident fund.
• Staff account.

If you meet the requirements and are passionate about delivering exceptional primary health care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.