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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 (Paediatric Medicine)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS699/2025
  Mitchells Plain District Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Ability to work in a professional multi-disciplinary team. Initiative, teamwork, planning, organizing and coordination demonstrated in quality improvement projects or community projects relevant to child health. Excellent interpersonal, administrative, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. Display empathy for patients and their families, promote advocacy and facilitate holistic treatment. Good time management.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as 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 to candidates 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). The pool of applications will be considered for vacancies within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of three months from the date of the advert, provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.
 
Enquiries:
Dr G Spittal, tel. no. (021) 377-4330
 
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 whom it 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 Professional 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:
Post community service experience in Paediatrics and/or Neonatology is essential. Applicants must have a valid APLS/PALS certification. Participation in commuted overtime is compulsory. Willingness to participate in audits, research and quality improvement projects.
 
Registration with the Professions Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
To render a comprehensive clinical service in Paediatrics and Neonatology covering day-time work and after hours duties. To provide inpatient and outpatient care, including clinical teaching, administration, management and research. Support and provide clinical service in the Paediatric Emergency Centre. Attend to Paediatric referrals from the Emergency Centre and assist in immediate clinical care for children in this area. Use and update protocols and guidelines to provide a cost-effective service.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 1 001 349 per annum; Grade 2: R 1 142 553 per annum; Grade 3: R 1 322 352 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
10/24/2025 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: 11/7/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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