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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 Officer Grade 1 to 3 (Obstetrics and Gynaecology)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: RHS15/2024
  Paarl Hospital, Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services
 
Minimum educational qualifications:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner.
 
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 to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. 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)."
 
Enquiries:
Dr H le Riche (email: Heloise.leriche@westerncape.gov.za, tel: 021 860 2511)
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Ensure a safe, efficient, and cost-effective clinical service of high quality with a patient centered focus and addressing the burden of disease in the Paarl Health Ecosystem: Ensure compliance by means of maintaining high quality and comprehensive clinical records. Comply with all the relevant administrative policies and prescripts of the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness. Financial management by effective and efficient use of resources. Participate and clinical teaching and training activities. Participate in continuous professional development and improvement activities. Managing the high-risk obstetrics as well as gynaecology out-patients clinic ensuring appropriate management plans are instituted. Must be able to do assisted deliveries, breech deliveries, post-partum sterilisations and to perform complicated caesarean sections. Performing basic obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound examinations. Performing major and minor gynaecological procedures such as laparotomies, ectopic pregnancies, evacuations of uterus, drainage of vulva abscesses and biopsies independently.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of who is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 6 years relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as a Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Participate in the after-hours call system and perform outreach in the Paarl Hospital ecosystem.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Proven experience in principles of planning, organizing and implementation. Proven knowledge of public health policies, clinical guidelines, and related prescripts to manage resources effectively. Strong managerial and supervisory skills are needed. Proven ability to safely manage a labour ward and obstetric emergencies independently. Proven ability to manage non-acute and emergency gynaecology patients. Proven ability to perform basic gynaecological and obstetric ultrasounds.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPSCA as a Medical Practitioner.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 949 146- R 1 021 911 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 082 988- R 1 182 183 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 253 415- R 1 561 734 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
8/2/2024 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: 8/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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