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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 (Staff/Occupational Health Clinic)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: MHS96/2024
  Office of the CD: Metro Health Services, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
 
Minimum Educational Qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a 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 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). The pool of applicants will be considered for other vacant Medical Officer (OHS) posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services, for a period of 3 months from date of advert. Candidates will be subjected to a practical/written and oral assessment.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Computer literacy (MS Office). Knowledge of Health risk management (HRA, Occ. Hygiene report assessment) Knowledge of Medical Adjudication (return to work medicals) and District Health services. Post Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health (DOH) as an advantage.
 
Enquiries:
Dr H Mahomed Tel no: 021 815 8697
 
Duties (key result areas/ outputs):
Establish, manage Occupational Health service and Monitoring and evaluation of all occupational illnesses and injuries Hazard identification and risk management and Workplace Health Risk Assessments (HRA) and development of occupational risk exposure profiles. Policy Review, Formulation, Maintenance and Disseminate policies and procedures to enhance the safety of staff in the institute. OHS Services management, administration, and Governance of management structures. Provide occupational health technical input on procurement, education and training within areas of control, develop staff literacy on occupational Health and Safety principles, practices and guidelines within the district and the facilities. Documentation, Data management and reporting.
 
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 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 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.
 
Registration with the Health Professions Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) drivers licence.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 949 146-R 1 1021 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 nnum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
9/6/2024 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: 9/30/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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