The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Dr Lesia confirmed that as at 31 May 2020, the vacancy rate of the Hospital stood at 11,77%, since the process to fill the vacant posts is ongoing.
The details are as follows:
1. Management
One post of Senior Manager: Nursing was filled; and the successful candidate assumed duty on 01 June 2020. The processes are underway to fill the following posts:
2. Administration
As at 31 May 2020, vacancies for Administration cadre stood at 171 reduced from the 202 number as mentioned above.
3. Allied Support
Only 1 Specialised Auxiliary Services post has been filled because the department is prioritising the critical l posts.
4. Support
41 support staff have been appointed; and 26 Cleaners have assumed duty on Monday 15 June 2020.
5. Medical
Medical posts are filled on a continuous basis.
6. Nursing
Like with Medical posts, there is an open advertisement for nursing positions. 10 posts from the 253 vacant posts will be filled from 01 July 2020 as applicants received offers, and they have confirmed start date.
The National Department of Health will engage the Gauteng Department of Health to further assist Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital to access the Disaster Management Funds in order to fill the outstanding critical vacant posts.
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