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Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Orthopaedics)
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Employment Type: Permanent
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Reference No: MHS294/2026
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New Somerset Hospital
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| “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 a change in registration status)”. |
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| Appropriate and relevant experience in orthopaedics as a Medical Specialist. Computer literacy. Appropriate experience in rendering a comprehensive orthopaedic specialist clinical service at New Somerset hospital as well as peripheral to outreach hospitals. Ability to successfully provide an independent orthopaedics specialist service on a regional hospital level Sound clinical knowledge and experience in general orthopaedics. Understanding of current health and public service legislation, regulations and policy including medical ethics, epidemiology and statistics. Good communication, leadership, decision making and clinical skills. Ability to teach junior doctors and allied staff. Ability to participate in continuing professional development. |
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| Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedics. |
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| Dr STEWART MEARS – Stewart.Mears@westerncape.gov.za; Tel: 021402 6197 |
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| Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedics. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedics. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedics. |
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| Provide safe, ethical and high quality of care through the development of standards and risk assessments in the area clinical setting of Orthopaedics. Provide a full package of services including after hour service. Develop, maintain and audit the correct implementation of clinical protocols and guidelines. Implement and maintain an efficient effective and seamless service delivery process within the hospital and referring facilities. Plan and provide continuous medical education to multidisciplinary team members. Manage and direct performance of junior staff within the area of control. Align clinical service delivery plans with hospital plans and priorities. Provide specialist services and support to the clinical head of unit. Ensure compliance with national core standards. Participate in the continued medical education programme at the institution. Participate in the extended management activities. Develop, implement and monitor quality improvement programs. Develop and participate in outreach programmes. Support a functional referral system that ensures a seamless health service. |
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| Registration as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedics with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. |
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| Valid Driver’s licence. Willingness to perform commuted overtime and standby duties, when required. |
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Remuneration:
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Grade 1: R 1,395,528 per annum, Grade 2: R 1,592,274 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 844 151 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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5/8/2026 12:00:00 AM
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NOTICE TO ALL
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Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.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.
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- 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 etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
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This advertisement may be utilized to create the pool of potential candidates for a period of not more than 3 calendar months from the date of the advertisement to fill any vacancy in the Department of Health and Wellness provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.
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Closing date: 5/22/2026 12:00:00 AM
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