Work-Force
A vacancy has been confirmed for a Occupational Health Practitioner based in Ermelo, Mpumalanga. The successful candidate will join an established team within the health jobs function.
The Role
This Occupational Health Practitioner role has been briefed against a clear set of outcomes for Ermelo. The successful candidate will work alongside an established team and will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the health jobs pipeline across Mpumalanga.
The role suits a candidate who values consistency and clear communication. The Ermelo operation runs on accurate work, steady relationships and a genuine respect for the people in the team.
Quality is everyone’s job. Whether the Occupational Health Practitioner is processing a transaction, supporting a colleague or handling a customer query, the standard expected in Mpumalanga is consistently high and consistently fair.
About the Team
You will join a tight-knit, collaborative team that knows the health jobs side of the business inside out. The Ermelo group is a healthy mix of experienced operators and newer joiners, all of whom share a strong commitment to delivery and to one another.
On top of that, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Ermelo will be explained during the hiring process.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
About Ermelo
Notably, the role is based in Ermelo, along the N4 Maputo Development Corridor. Public transport links and parking are within easy reach, making the daily commute manageable for candidates living across Ermelo and the broader Mpumalanga region.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Ermelo.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Ermelo, Mpumalanga.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in multi-disciplinary ward rounds and care planning
- Liaise with medical aids and process pre-authorisations where required
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and code calls
- Provide compassionate, patient-centred care in line with scope of practice
- Assist with admissions, discharges and patient transfers
- Maintain accurate clinical records in line with SANC and POPIA
- Mentor student nurses and junior staff during their rotations
Essential Criteria
- Working knowledge of POPIA as it applies to patient information
- Sound clinical judgement and ability to work calmly under pressure
- Strong patient-centred communication and interpersonal skills
- Relevant clinical qualification from a recognised institution
- Computer literacy and experience with electronic health records
- Up-to-date immunisations as required by occupational health policy
- Current registration with SANC or relevant professional body
Each application is reviewed carefully, and strong matches against the criteria above will move forward in the process.