Dis-Chem Clinic Sister Klerksdorp Matlosana North West

Dis-Chem Clinic Sister Position - Klerksdorp

Dis-Chem is seeking a Qualified Clinic Sister to join their team in Klerksdorp. The primary role involves managing and operating a profitable Primary Health Care Clinic located within a pharmacy, adhering to the scope of practice of a registered nursing practitioner.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Tertiary qualification in General Nursing
• Degree/Diploma in Midwifery
• Registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC)
• Nursing practitioner must obtain BHF (Business Hub Forum?) registration
• 2-3 years of experience practicing as a Primary Health Care Clinic Sister
• Computer skills: proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Advantageous Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Primary Health Care Sister
• Experience with Patient Record Systems, CKS, and Allegra

Job Description

• Perform all Clinic Sister duties in accordance with industry regulations and best practices.
• Manage clinic operations to achieve and maintain a profitable "feet-per-hour" rate; set and achieve clinic objectives to enhance patient satisfaction.
• Ensure all clinic services are consistently available as per operational hours.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure all communications are followed up promptly.
• Ensure clinic opening and operational hours are strictly adhered to.
• Process claims accurately and on time according to industry standards.
• Ensure clinic stock and equipment are in good working condition and comply with industry standards.
• Maintain adequate clinic stock levels as per business requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patients, the Store and Dispensary Manager, colleagues, medical aids, suppliers/representatives, key community stakeholders, and other healthcare professionals.

Competencies

Essential Competencies

• Comprehensive knowledge of community health nursing, primary health care, occupational health nursing, family planning, cytology, IUD insertion, pharmacology, EPI/cold chain management, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), emergency care, HIV/AIDS pre- and post-counseling, breastfeeding support, pathology, and wound care.
• Completion of quarterly CPD (Continuing Professional Development) training; participation in in-service training programs provided by Dis-Chem.
• Strong command of English (both written and spoken).
• Understanding of the financial implications of meeting or missing monthly targets.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting monthly clinic statistics and commission data.
• High emotional intelligence, entrepreneurial spirit, trustworthiness, and honesty.
• Ability to manage both a team and oneself; self-directed and self-motivated.
• Effective time management skills.

Advantageous Competencies

• Bilingualism.
• Knowledge and understanding of Dis-Chem's overall business objectives.
• Completion of specific courses: Baby Immunisation Course (DoH/Sanofi Pasteur), Family Planning (DoH), Primary Health Care Course, Breastfeeding Course, Disease Management Course.

Special Conditions of Employment

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

Remuneration and Benefits

• Market-related salary.

Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you haven't been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Dis-Chem Pharmacies is an equal opportunity employer. Dis-Chem's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered during recruitment, aligned with Dis-Chem's Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. Dis-Chem actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.