TRAFFIC Northern Cape

Care Worker - Medical ICU

Mediclinic International

Job Description

Mediclinic Gariep Kimberley South Africa

Closing date: 14/04/2026

Number of positions: 1

Recruiter name: Portia Mabunda

Reference number: 68934

Workplace Type:On-site

Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To support nursing unit staff in delivering safe and quality patient care that promotes and meets the healthcare needs of patients

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Support and assist nursing unit staff in the delivery of quality patient care within a team approach

Identify and report risks in line with hospital policies

Contribute to a positive patient experience through assisting the nursing unit staff

Provide administrative support to the nursing unit staff as specified

Contribute to a learning environment that builds staff competence by participating in continuous personal development

Ensure that required stock is utilised efficiently and accurately charged

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: An appropriate qualification as a Care Worker

DESIRED EDUCATION: Grade 12

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Essential minimum experience:Experience in a healthcare environment

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: None

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
  • Understanding of stock control principles
  • Reporting and documenting events / tasks
  • Knowledge of Medico,legal risks
  • Knowledge of administrative tasks
  • Understanding of patient experience aspects
  • Understanding of patient care principles
  • Application of infection prevention and control principles

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

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About This Role

Career insights for Healthcare Social Workers positions

Salary Benchmark
R20,155/month
R14,627 to R27,065/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Social Perceptiveness Service Orientation Speaking Active Listening Coordination
Common Technologies
Healthcare common procedure coding system HCPCS Medical procedure coding software Medical records software Google Meet Zoom Command Systems ComServe Database software Relational database software

Job Overview

Date Posted
03 Apr 2026
Location
Northern Cape, South Africa

Healthcare Social Workers Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R20,155/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

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