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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.
 
Head Clinical Unit Grade 1 (Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: GSH1/2022
  Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
 
Experience:
A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Anaesthesiology.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Anaesthesiology.
 
Enquiries:
Dr S Peters 021 404 5195 or Prof J Swanevelder, tel. no. (021) 404-5004/ (021) 406-6143.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Proven record of effective leadership and organisational ability in clinical Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine.
Understanding and competency in a wide spectrum of clinical anaesthesia including but not limited to cardio-thoracics, vascular, hepatobiliary, neurosurgery obstetrics and transplant surgery.
Proficiency in medical ultrasound would be advantageous.
A good understanding of interaction with critical care and perioperative medicine. Understanding of dynamics between operating theatre and critical care.
Track record of management and integral understanding of a large department. Comprehensive skills and experience in leadership, administration and management related to anaesthesia and peri-operative medicine.
Computer literacy, good communication, analytic and problem-solving skills.
Insight into challenges in Health Care in South Africa and Africa, as well as diversity, transformation and equity.
Ability to function well in a team environment, with good inter-personal skills in particular reference to surgical specialities, critical care, nursing and hospital management.
Strong educational or teaching background in both the under and post-graduate domains. Significant research involvement.
Critical attributes include strong work ethics, fairness, integrity, sensitivity and compassion and respected by colleagues.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
This position plays a critical role in the day to day functioning of the Departmental Clinical Services.
The incumbent is expected to play an active daily role in the planning and execution of efficient theatre utilisation.
Provide academic leadership and development in the areas of under- and postgraduate teaching, training, and trainee assessment.
Supporting Departmental research and participating in registrar research supervision. Manage and provide leadership for the Departmental human resource requirements and contribute significantly to the administrative duties of the combined department including staff appointments, assessments, and performance management.
Build and maintain Departmental team spirit and development.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Anaesthesiology.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 1 754 739 - R 1 862 412 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:
1/14/2022 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: 2/4/2022 12:00:00 AM
 
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