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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Family Medicine)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: CWD59/2021
  Ceres Hospital, Witzenberg Sub-District, Cape Winelands Health District
 
Note:
“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 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. Please note that the afore-said concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (this includes individuals who must apply for change in registration status).”
 
Minimum educational qualification:
An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist in Family Medicine.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Be part of the Sub-District Health Services management team and support management in the planning and governance of clinical services in the Sub-district. Provide a comprehensive Acute and Primary Health Care (PHC) package of care to patients, at District Hospital and PHC facilities with a COPC approach, (including emergency care, ward rounds, OPD, outreaches to PHC facilities, theatre work, Obstetrics, after-hours duties) in order to ensure efficient delivery of the core package of services. Implement a Chronic Disease Management system including protocols and standards for qualitative care for patients with chronic illnesses including non- communicable diseases, mental health illnesses and HIV + patients on ART in the Sub-District. Conduct clinical audits, appropriate to the needs of the Sub District and liaise with specialists at the referral hospital to implement the Outreach and support policy of the Department. Initiates supervise and conduct research appropriate to the needs of the Sub District and will be responsible for the training and learning of health staff and medical registrars and students. Successful candidate is expected to participate Commuted overtime (1st, 2nd and 3rd calls).
 
Enquiries:
Dr E Titus, tel. no. (023) 316-9600, Email: Elton.titus@westerncape.gov.za
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Family Medicine. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA (or recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as a Medical Specialist in Family Medicine. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA (or recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Family Medicine.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge and understanding of the Health Care 2030 and excellent administrative and research skills. Good communication skills (verbal and written) in at least two of three official languages of the Western Cape. Computer literacy (Ms Office: Word, PowerPoint and Excel). Clinical competencies (District Hospital package of care and PHC services).
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Family Medicine.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 1 122 630 – R 1 191 510 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 283 592 – R 1 362 363 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 489 665 – R 1 862 412 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs) (It will be expected of the successful candidates to participate in a system of remunerated commuted overtime). A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
12/3/2021 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: 12/28/2021 12:00:00 AM
 
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