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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.

Requirements
Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Orthopaedic Surgery)
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: RHS13/2019
Worcester Regional Hospital

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery.

Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Clinical service delivery - Evaluation, diagnosis and optimal management of all patients that presents to the Orthopaedic Department. Clinical governance - Responsible and knowledgeable medical practitioner, maintain good quality clinical records and supply ICD-10 codes and medico-legal reports as required, as well as research and audits as required. Human resource management - Training of junior doctors and students and attend courses to improve one’s own knowledge and skills. Corporate Governance - Adherence to the Batho Pele Principles, Patient Rights Charter and requirements of Access to Information Act and HR regulations. Efficient use of resources - Rational use of resources (implants, Lab investigations, radiological investigations, blood products) according to best practice principles.

Enquiries:
Dr AJ Troskie, tel. no. (023) 348-1100

Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Leadership, interpersonal and organisational skills, as well as computer literacy (MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint). Ability to communicate effectively in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Published research in an accredited Orthopaedic Journal. Ability to manage all orthopaedic cases comprehensively.

Registration with professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery.

Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid Good Clinical Practice (GCP) certificate to conduct research. Valid SA driver’s licence. Ability to work 13 – 20 hours commuted overtime (after-hours).

Note:
You may be required to go through psychometrical testing to confirm your suitability for the post. 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 with their job application / on appointment. 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).




Remuneration:
R 1 106 040 per annum - R 1 173 900 per annum ; R 1 264 623 per annum - R 1 342 230 per annum ; R 1 467 651 per annum - R 1 834 890 per annum (It will be expected of the successful candidate to participate in a system of remunerated commuted overtime). A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

Starting Date:
9/13/2019 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: 10/4/2019 12:00:00 AM

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