Care Worker – Emergency Centre at Mediclinic
Apply for the permanent Care Worker position at Mediclinic Cape Gate in Brackenfell, Cape Town. Healthcare opportunity closing 27 May 2026.
Care Worker Opportunity at Mediclinic Cape Gate
Mediclinic Careers is recruiting a Care Worker for the Emergency Centre at Mediclinic Cape Gate in Brackenfell, Cape Town.
This permanent healthcare opportunity is suitable for candidates with a Care Worker qualification and experience in a healthcare environment who are passionate about supporting patient care and nursing staff.
Job Details
- Position: Care Worker – Emergency Centre
- Company: Mediclinic Southern Africa
- Hospital: Mediclinic Cape Gate
- Location: Cape Town
- Area: Brackenfell
- Job Type: Permanent
- Workplace Type: On-site
- Reference Number: 70346
- Closing Date: 27 May 2026
Main Purpose of the Role
The Care Worker will support nursing staff in delivering safe and quality patient care within the Emergency Centre.
The successful candidate will assist with patient support, administrative tasks, stock management, and maintaining a positive patient experience.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care Support
The Care Worker will:
- Support nursing staff with patient care duties
- Assist in delivering quality healthcare services
- Help maintain patient comfort and safety
- Contribute to a positive patient experience
Risk and Safety Management
Responsibilities include:
- Identifying and reporting risks
- Following hospital policies and procedures
- Applying infection prevention and control principles
- Supporting safe healthcare practices
Administrative and Stock Duties
The role also involves:
- Providing administrative support to nursing staff
- Assisting with stock control and stock usage
- Ensuring accurate charging and use of medical stock
- Reporting and documenting tasks correctly
Minimum Requirements
Essential Requirements
Applicants must have:
- An appropriate Care Worker qualification
- Experience in a healthcare environment
Desired Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate
Required Skills and Knowledge
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Understanding of patient care principles
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control
- Understanding of medico-legal risks
- Administrative skills
- Ability to report and document information accurately
- Knowledge of stock control procedures
- Good teamwork and communication skills
Why This Opportunity Is Valuable
This role offers:
- Permanent employment in healthcare
- Experience in an Emergency Centre environment
- Opportunity to work with a leading private hospital group
- Exposure to professional healthcare operations
- Continuous learning and development opportunities
Employment Equity
Mediclinic Southern Africa supports Employment Equity principles, and preference may be given according to the company’s Employment Equity Plan.
Important Information
Internal employees on fixed-term contracts must apply using an external candidate profile.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can apply through the official Mediclinic careers website:
