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Senior Registrar (Sub-specialty) Development Paediatrics (24-Month Contract)
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Employment Type: Contract
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Reference No: RXH39/2025
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Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital
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| Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics. |
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| Candidates with disability are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated. Specific Senior Registrar posts within the Department will be identified as part of the Affirmative Action programme to create a representative Specialist cadre in line with applicable procedures. Preference will be given to SA citizens/permanent residents with a valid identity document. Senior Registrars will be required to register as post-graduates with Stelllenbosch University according to the yearbook and guidelines. “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 on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration as Medical Specialist in Paediatrics with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”. Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Appointment as Senior Registrar will be for a maximum contract period of 2 years. It may become necessary to second/transfer staff to another hospital/institution during their period of training, in which case affected staff will be consulted prior to any decision being implemented. Senior Registrars will function across health facilities, as per an agreed programme. Should registration with the HEI as a student be discontinued for any reason the appointment as a Senior Registrar also discontinues. Consideration will be given to existing employees who are already on higher salary packages to retain their existing salary position, as personal. As such they are entitled to receive pay progression. Appointment as Senior Registrar will be on contract. Employees in service who opt to continue with their pension benefits as Senior Registrar, will be required to resign after completion of their registrarship should they not be successful for advertised Medical Sub-Specialist positions. The Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. |
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| Comprehensive Neurodevelopmental clinical care and service delivery in the Neurodevelopmental service outpatient and inpatient setting under the direction of specialist supervisors. Afterhours calls as for senior registrars in the Department of Paediatrics & Child Health(UCT) and responsible to the director of the registrar programme. Administration and management as may be necessary to maintain the efficient running of the ward or service to which currently attached. Supervise, guide and mentor medial students, interns, medical officers, and paediatric registrars. Lead and participate in developmental assessments, diagnosis, coordinate and manage ongoing care. Teach undergraduate medical students and contribute to training programmes. Attend and contribute to high-risk neurodevelopmental follow-up clinic, cerebral palsy, developmental clinic, and other relevant clinical duties. Engage in developmental paediatric research under expert mentorship. The post holder is expected to conduct a research project towards producing a Master’s (MPhil) thesis through UCT. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care for children with these conditions. Uphold clinical governance principles, ensuring high-quality, risk mitigated patient care. Successful completion of the Cert Developmental Paeds (SA) which includes all the logbook requirements of the College of Paediatrics. Participating fully in all activities of the division. |
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| Experience in and/or demonstrated interest in working with children and their caregivers. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral). Demonstrated understanding of being mindful of cultural differences and adapting communication and administration methods to respect diverse patients. Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Demonstrated commitment to ethical conduct, patient safety, and maintaining confidentiality. Experience in general paediatrics at a post graduate level. Direct experience in working with children living with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cerebral Palsy and other developmental conditions. Ability and willingness to supervise medical students and rotating registrars |
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| FCPaed and MMed (Paed). Must provide after-hours emergency services and participate in commuted overtime at 16 hours per week within the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health Platform. |
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| Prof K Donald, Tel no (021) 658 5322 or kirsty.donald@uct.ac.za |
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| Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics. |
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Remuneration:
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R 1 341 855 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
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Starting Date:
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5/30/2025 12:00:00 AM
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NOTICE TO ALL
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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.
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Closing date: 6/13/2025 12:00:00 AM
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