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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
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Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Forensic Pathology Service) (2 Posts)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS11/2020
  Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Support Services, Tygerberg Forensic Pathology Services and Division of Forensic Medicine and Pathology, University of Stellenbosch
 
Requirements
Appropriate qualifications that allow registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Assistance of the Head of Division in rendering a sound Forensic Pathology Service by active participation in the routine execution of clinical duties in the department with support to regional stakeholders. Participate in the identification process of unknown victims, inclusive of but not limited to relevant consultation processes. Assist with teaching and training programs related to under- and postgraduate students, as well as Forensic Pathology personnel and other participating stakeholders. Participation in death review programmes, in stakeholder interactive programs and in academic programs affiliated to associated tertiary institution(s).
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Computer literacy, off-road skill, body retrieval skills from “unusual” sites” and photographic skills. Ability to interpret and apply policies and have good communication, interpersonal relationship, development and teaching skills. Ability to be methodical, detail orientated, uphold high standards and be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
Note:
Duties will be mainly Tygerberg based but will, as indicated by needs in the province, include service delivery to the entire geographical area with autopsy facilities available in the Metro as well as the rural drainage areas of the Metro facilities. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. “Candidates, who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted with their job application/on appointment. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employee) as Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employee) as Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology.
 
Enquiries:
Proff JJ Dempers, tel. no. (021) 931 8043
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid driver’s licence. Willingness to work after-hours and standby duties. Overnight and weekend calls with availability at the call centre within 30 minute of the call being logged, offer professional consultation with relevant stakeholders and to provide judicial testimony.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 1 106 040-R 1 173 900 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 264 623- R 1 342 230 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 467 651-R 1 834 890 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs). A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
3/13/2020 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 4/3/2020 12:00:00 AM
 
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