Life Healthcare Vacancies

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Laundry Assistant

FunctionLaundryFacilityKZN Regional LaundryPositionLaundry AssistantIntroduction

A Vacancy exists for Laundry Assistant at the LHC KZN Laundry in Pinetown to maintain and supply clean linen to all Life Healthcare Hospitals in the region. The successful candidates will report to the Laundry Manager.Critical Outputs

• Counting and sorting of linen
• Accurate record keeping of linen items according to standard procedure
• Processing of all linen in designated areas
• Quality and stock management
• Operating of industrial laundry equipment according to standard procedure
• Record quantities in the linen register book following standard procedure.
• Verify good quality of linen output i.e. Dry, Soft, Unstained with clean professional outlook
• Liaison with line management
• Maintain good housekeeping
• Maintaining health and safety regulations
• Waste disposal management

Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
• Valid Code10 Driver’s License (PDP would be a pre-requisite)
• Understand, speak, read and write English language
• Ability to count accurately
• Ability to perform sewing and mending of linen
• Ability to capture and maintain accuracy record of figures on standard templates
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure/stressful conditions
• Good inter-personal relations
• Uphold good standards of personal hygiene/neat appearance

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Engaging diversity
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Resilience
• Action orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Emailvivan.govender@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateMonday, November 24, 2025

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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Ambulance Emergency Assistant

FunctionAmbulanceFacilityHotazel, Northern CapePositionAmbulance Emergency AssistantIntroduction

Exciting Fixed Term position exists for Basic Ambulance Assistance x1 at Life Health Solutions (EHS), as part of the Life EMS Department: Hotazel, Northern Cape area at a mining site. The successful candidate will be responsible for the rendering of a quality service, which is effective and efficient, and meets and exceeds company and customers’ expectations and requirements. The successful candidate will work 12-hour shifts on a rotation basis, as and when required based on operational demands.Critical Outputs

• Provide quality Emergency Medical Services, Firefighting and Rescue Services at the designated client site/s.
• Provide emergency medical care and response, including triage during multi-casualty disasters.
• Ensure legal compliance to all patient related documentation, treatment and care.
• Meeting the prescribed professional and quality standards of the HPCSA, Life HS and the Client.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the workplace, adhering to infection control policies and procedures as well as safety policies and procedures.
• Contribute to the enhancement of working relationships, co-operation and communication within the EMS department, Occupational Health clinic and the Clients.
• Assist with patient monitoring and treatment in the on-site Occupational Health clinics.
• General administrative functions i.e. assist with compiling of procedures, maintaining patient files, record keeping, stock control and ordering, client feedback reports which includes statistics.
• To ensure emergency preparedness, at all times, compliance to procedures and completion of checklists is required, at the set intervals i.e. checking of equipment, equipment maintenance and calibration, emergency vehicle checking, maintenance, refuelling, licencing, checking and replenishing of stock.
• Assistance with in-service training of Client employees, when required.
• Where required, form part of the Client’s Emergency Response Team and assist with any specific training requirements they might have.
• Ensuring the total satisfaction of our clients through continuous improvement and added value.
• Ensuring compliance with legal, HPCSA, OHSA and DMR and DOH requirements.
• Participation in the Client’s internal audits and ensuring compliance to contractual Key Performance Indicators.

Requirements

• Current registration with the HPCSA Professional Board of Emergency Care, as a Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA/BLS).
• Meet HPCSA CME requirements
• American Heart Association (AHA)
• Basic Life Support of Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP)
• Have at least 3-year’s clinical work experience, in an operation environment, as a BAA/BLS.
• Mining experience would be an advantage.
• Good general understanding of legislation pertaining to the specific business environment of Life Health Solutions and the Client.
• A motivated team player, who is willing to offer extended commitment to ensure operational standards and efficiencies are met and maintained.
• To perform well in a team-based culture and play an active role in development strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal and client liaison skills.
• Work to tight timelines and client deliverables.
• Ability to cope under pressure within a complex, challenging environment.
• Computer literacy in all recognized Microsoft Office packages, is essential.
• Code C1/EC with PrDP – (non-negotiable).
• Reliable transport, to work and back (also when called out).
• Own accommodation, in an around Kuruman
• Proof of HPCSA CPD and CPG compliance.
• Be physically fit, in good health and capable of passing, if required, a functional work capacity fitness examination, as well as undergo a fitness to work medical examination (including a multi-drug screening test).
• Certificate of Competence:
  • Snake Handling Course
  • Defensive Driving Course

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgment
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Influencing skills
• Business insight
• Drive and energy
• Motivating and developing people
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships & networking
• Customer responsiveness
• Verbal & written communication skills

Emailinlandnorth.recruitment@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateThursday, November 20, 2025

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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Stock Controller

FunctionStock ControllerFacilityLife Springs Parkland HospitalPositionStock ControllerIntroduction

A vacancy exists for Stock Controller –based at Life Springs Parkland Hospital, reporting to Loretta Jordaan, Unit Manager. The successful candidate will contribute towards the optimal functioning of nursing team through effective interdepartmental liaising, communication and administrative support.Critical Outputs

• Assist with all Inter Hospital sales and orders, plus excess stock advertising and procuring.
• Management of negative stock and item valuation reports and drive dead stock reduction initiatives.
• Assisting wards with stock-related queries.
• Reporting of any stock-related issues and action plans to mitigate issues experienced.
• Assist with cycle counts (ethical and surgical) and stock takes, as well as the capturing of stock takes and the investigating of stock variances.
• Assist with all stock control processes and reporting, including bin maintenance.
• Conducting clerical duties or any other task as allocated
• Log and manage SAP orders.
• Ensure accurate billing of stock for both acute, chronic and PD patients.
• Drive compliance to patient chronic register sign in.
• Printing and binding of patient registers and other tracking forms
• Ensure proper filing and archiving of documents for easy retrieval and audit purposes.
• Ensure quality client service.

Requirements

• Applicants need to have a minimum qualification of Matric.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) is essential.
• Medical experience is essential with hospital stock control experience an advantage.
• A person who is result orientated, pays attention to detail, and has excellent interpersonal as well as excellent communication skills.
• Customer focus, a commitment towards continuous improvement, the ability to work independently and the management of time is required.
• Willingness to work overtime, afterhours and weekends also required.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Motivating and developing people
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Influencing skills
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Action orientation

EmailSpringsparkland.recruitment@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateThursday, November 20, 2025

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

External employment application form

Artisan | Mechanical

FunctionEngineeringFacilityLife Wilgers HospitalPositionArtisan | MechanicalIntroduction

A vacancy exists for a Mechanical Artisan, based at Life Wilgers Hospital, reporting to the Engineering Manager. The job entails continuous availability of Mechanical services for the hospital infrastructure including the maintenance, servicing and new installations of HVAC units. The incumbent will also be responsible to support the strategic objectives of the hospital business plan through optimal management of all Engineering responsibilities.Critical Outputs

• Maintain technical knowledge by attending relevant training,
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating maintenance actions, irregularities and continuing needs on mechanical equipment,
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations,
• Ensure operation and reliability of mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements,
• Maintain and repair air-conditioning units, air handling units, heat pumps, vacuum pumps, compressors, autoclaves, kitchen equipment, gas installations, hot and cold-water reticulation and all other mechanical equipment,
• Attend to mechanical breakdowns and take remedial action,
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly inspections on mechanical equipment,
• Ensure that mechanical services are done timeously and service records are properly filed,
• Maintain equipment parts and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory levels,
• Ensure that spares are ordered and received timeously,
• Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends,
• Monitor and manage maintenance work conducted by contractors including the adherence to all Health and Safety regulations,
• Any other related tasks as delegated by the Engineering Manager and Hospital Manager within the hospital and its surrounds,
• Conduct risk assessments prior to conducting any maintenance related work on mechanical equipment,
• Adhere to safe working practices like OHS Act and NOSA guidelines,
• Completion of daily job cards as well as feedback thereof is a high priority,
• After hour standby and call out responsibilities.

Requirements

• At least a N5 qualification in Mechanical Engineering coupled with a trade test certificate in fitting and turning,
• Mechanical Engineering experience is needed,
• Valid driver’s license and having your own vehicle will be an advantage,
• Practical experience within a hospital environment or similar environment is preferred,
• Proficient in Microsoft Office,
• System knowledge like CMMS preferably SAP would be an added advantage,
• General knowledge in HVAC, air conditioning systems, hospital isolock, air compressors and vacuum pump systems would be beneficial,
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills,
• Experience in dealing with customers,

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Action orientated
• Leading by example
• Motivating and developing others
• Teamwork

Emailwilgers.cv@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateTuesday, November 18, 2025

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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X2 Porters

FunctionNursingFacilityLife Entabeni HospitalPositionX2 PortersIntroduction

X2 Vacancies exists for Porters based at Life Entabeni Hospital reporting to the Admissions Supervisor. The successful candidates will be responsible for ensuring effective service delivery of quality care in the pharmacy department.Critical Outputs

• Transferring of prescriptions, stock and dispensed medication between wards and pharmacy.
• Ensuring timeous deliveries for optimal patient care
• Transferring of stock issued to the wards from the pharmacy and surgical stores
• Ensuring accurate record keeping of movement of stock/prescriptions
• Professional interaction with clients
• Distribution of Memo’s and documents to the wards, Doctors rooms and Allied professionals
• Collection of stationary and stock for the department
• General tasks that support the delivery of quality patient care

Requirements

• Matric – Grade 12
• An enthusiastic, motivated, punctual & well organised individual with initiative and ability to handle pressure. Must be able to work shifts and overtime as required.
• Must be customer service oriented with good time management skills
• Reliable transport due to the nature of shift work
• Effective communication skills; verbal and written.
• Able to work under pressure and as part of a team
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Influencing skills
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Action orientation
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Emailentabeni.cv@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateThursday, November 20, 2025

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

External employment application form

Pharmacist assistant | Ethical buyer

FunctionPharmacyFacilityLife Bay View Private HospitalPositionPharmacist assistant | Ethical buyerIntroduction

A vacancy exists for a Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic Qualified (Ethical buyer) based in our Pharmacy at Life Bayview Private Hospital reporting to Elmarie Marais, Senior Pharmacist. The successful candidate will mainly be responsible for ethical stock management and providing a delivery service to the other units and patients in the hospital.Critical Outputs

• Ordering of all ethical stock
• Receiving, checking and unpacking stock together with checking orders against invoices
• Acquisition, control and distribution of stock to internal units
• Controlling of pharmaceutical stock in pharmacy
• Processing of credits and stock transfers.
• Performing cycle counts and stock takes as well as capturing stock takes and investigating variances.
• Liaise with nursing staff and doctors on formulary, stock and medical queries.
• Participate in facility’s quality programs and initiatives

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Pharmacist Assistant Post Basic Qualified
• Relevant experience in pharmacy to meet the critical outputs
• Current registration and in good standing with South African Pharmacy Council
• Basic understanding of labor legislation, financial and change management principles
• Understanding of the private / public healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
• Team player
• Understanding of Good Pharmacy Practice
• Reliable and Trustworthy

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Influencing skills
• Drive and energy
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Action orientation

Emailelmarie.marais@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateFriday, November 21, 2025

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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Messenger

FunctionPatient servicesFacilityLife Hilton Private HospitalPositionMessengerIntroduction

A vacancy exists for a Messenger position reporting to the Reception Supervisor, Trisha Naidoo. The successful candidate will be responsible for hospital deliveries and the safe transporting of patients throughout the hospital.Critical Outputs

Messenger Duties:

• Carry out hospital deliveries and trips as per authorisation.
• Maintain accurate records of the logbook.
• Maintain the vehicle i.e. cleanliness etc.
• Check and report faults to ensure road worthiness.
• To perform drivers, function in accordance with the region policies and procedures, SHEQ requirements and the Road Traffic Act and Regulations.
• To successfully complete the advanced driver training course.
• A strong commitment to teamwork and the ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Knowledge of Hospital Procedures.
• Must be familiar with Pietermaritzburg and surrounding areas.
• Must be able to use their initiative.

Porter Duties

• Safe Transporting of patients between hospital departments, including wards, Doctors’ rooms, Radiology and Pathology.
• Distribution of internal memos and correspondence.
• Directing patients and visitors in a friendly manner to the relevant departments within the hospital.
• Ensure a well maintained and clean reception area and presentation of Life Healthcare magazines and promotional material.
• Assist with compiling patient pre-admission packs.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Reception Supervisor.

Requirements

• Valid Matric Certificate.
• Valid Code 8 Drivers License (PDP would be a pre-requisite).
• Previous hospital environment experience advantageous.
• Must be able to work shifts, including night duty, weekends, and public holidays.
• Must be physically fit due to the nature of the job.
• Must display a pleasant disposition and take pride in appearance.
• Must understand and display patient centric principles.
• Solid communication and interpersonal skills.
• Atleast 3 years’ experience as a Driver.
• The candidate must be able to manage time effectively.

Competencies

• Good verbal and written communication.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Drive and energy.
• Ethical behaviour
• Organisational awareness.
• Pleasant disposition and appearance.
• Management of time.
• Customer focus and responsiveness.

EmailHiltonrecruitment@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateWednesday, November 19, 2025

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

External employment application form

Junior Internal Auditor

FunctionFinance/AdministrationFacilityLife Head OfficePositionJunior Internal AuditorIntroduction

A vacancy exists, for a Internal Auditor (Junior) based at Head Office, reporting to the Chief Audit Executive. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing internal audit administration and business process and compliance audits a cross Life Healthcare, as part of the annual internal audit plan. This includes developing internal audit scope, performing internal audit procedures, and preparing internal audit reports as well as manage the status of outstanding internal audit issues, assist internal audit management with periodic reporting to the audit committee, championing internal control and corporate governance concepts throughout the business.Critical Outputs

• Perform Group wide process compliance audit cycle on high risks key business processes at hospitals/facilities and Head Office – such as limited business process reviews, patient refunds, petty cash, doctors insurances, revenue & payment process audits.
• Administration and management of the Group Tip off Anonymous Hotline and keeping register of the cases/matters reported and follow up with business to close the reported matters.
• Prepare consolidated monthly and quarterly stats report on Tip off cases according to their categories and results on the investigations from Line Management.
• Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions on the previously issued reports to the business.
• Administration of Data Analytic software and perform follow up audits on the data analytics exceptions.
• Perform data analytics during audits using the data analytics software.
• Administration of Barnowl system to keep up to date with all reports issued out and updating outstanding findings on Barnowl.
• Obtain, analyse and evaluate internal audit reports, accounting documentation, previous reports, data, incident reported and prepare lessons learned summary reports.
• Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures, controls improvement and cost savings
• Maintain open communication with management and Chief Audit Executive
• Build, support and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards
• Assist on the administration activities of the function – Internal Audit Function

Requirements

• Relevant National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree in Auditing/Accounting /Finance
• Financial and numeric skills
• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Influencing skills
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Action orientation

Emailcareers@lifehealthcare.co.zaClosing dateWednesday, November 19, 2025

Internal applicants – Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

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