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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 Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Occupational Medicine Specialist)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: HO143/2023
  Directorate: Assurance
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Occupational Medicine.
 
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).
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Occupational Medicine. 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 Occupational Medicine. 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 Occupational Medicine.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills)
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (85 OF 1993) and Regulations. Sound knowledge of occupational health policies, services and programmes. Good clinical and disability assessment skills. Good presentation and communication skills. Good analytical and problem-solving skills. Good interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others and to work as part of a team. Computer and statistical literacy.
 
Enquiries:
Mr Ndoda Mavela, tel. no. (021) 483 3316 / 073 875 8343
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Provide specialist Occupational Medicine (non-clinical) services for Western Cape Government Health and Wellness: Establish and manage OHS systems. Develop and update OHS policy framework. Lead the implementation of the OHS service delivery model of the Department. Participate in intersectoral activities with other departments (Health, Labour, Mineral Resources, etc) and other stakeholders. Provide specialist Occupational Medicine expertise (clinical) for Western Cape Government Health and Wellness: Practise clinical medicine at specialist level. Participate in OHS training and research activities: Participate in continuing medical education / continuing professional development activities for self and for staff in the Department and wherever required by the Department.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Occupational Medicine.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid driver’s licence. Willingness to travel across the Western Cape Province. Ability to communicate in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R1 214 805 - R1 288 095 per annum, Grade 2: R1 386 069 - R1 469 883 per annum, Grade 3: R1 605 330 - R2 001 927 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
8/18/2023 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: 9/8/2023 12:00:00 AM
 
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