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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
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS63/2024
  Clinical Service Improvement, Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Advanced computer literacy. Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines. Ability to perform a detailed and critical analysis of the performance of health care services and propose constructive interventions. Project management. Ability to review research papers/publications and to provide recommendations appropriate for the health system. Ability to investigate and interpret data. Clinical skills and insight. Ability to travel to various districts and national offices. Good report writing skills. Knowledge of innovations and improvements science methodologies. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work well with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to function independently and to be able to work in or lead a team. Appropriate knowledge/experience in Public Health policy development and implementation.
 
Requirements:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner.
 
Registration with a professional council:
Current registration with the HPCSA as a medical practitioner.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as a Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as a 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 a 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 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 a 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.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Management of Financial and Human Resources. The incumbent will work closely with the public health specialist to ensure a congruent approach within the Department of Health and Wellness Western Cape. Contribute toward ensuring the effective rendering of Clinical Service Improvement support in the Western Cape. To streamline the care continuum across the province (identify and address bottlenecks). Drive the deployment of new service design strategies to ensure relevant, efficient and effective clinical care services in the WCGH&W health system. To lead and manage service design and re-design initiatives in the Directorate Clinical Service Improvement aligned to the departmental service priorities. The purpose of the job is to provide Public Health Skills and technical support to the Directorate Clinical Services Support.
 
Enquiries:
Ms L Najjaar: Tel: (021) 815 8865
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this 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 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).
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to travel nationally and provincially. Be familiar with the legal, policy, managerial and clinical aspects of public health programmes/interventions and services.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 949 146- R 1 021 911 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 082 988- R 1 182 183 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 253 415- R 1 561 734 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
8/16/2024 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: 9/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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