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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.
 
Head Clinical Unit (Medical) Grade 1
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS80/2024
  Forensic Pathology Services, Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Observatory Forensic Pathology Institute,
 
Experience:
A minimum of 3 years' appropriate experience as a Forensic Pathologist after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Appropriate Managerial/ Supervisory experience. Appropriate experience to train and Supervise Medical Students, Forensic Pathology Officers and Medical Staff. Strong leadership qualities. Appropriate knowledge and understanding of the Public Sector Policies (National and Provincial) governing Human and Physical Resource Management, Strategic Management, Financial Management, Management of Labour Relations and the application thereof when applicable. Understanding of Quality Assurance and strong commitment to service standards. Appropriate organizational change management. Appropriate knowledge of the functioning of a Forensic Pathology Department. Ability to inform service delivery with academic and research incentives. Above-average ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing. Above-average computer and software literacy. Motivational skills, decision making, organizational and planning skills. Ability to work under pressure.
 
Requirements: Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology.
 
Duties (key result areas/ outputs):
Management support to the Head: Clinical Department: ensure effective service delivery at all levels within the Division, administrative support to the Head: Clinical Department to ensure the effective and efficient Forensic Pathology Service provision in the consultation area of the Division, assist in implementing and coordinating a liaison between departments, hospitals and Forensic Pathology Laboratory's administration, ensure effective supervision of administrative, medical and technical personnel, advise junior colleagues on best practices ensuring a high level of professional service delivery. Forensic Pathology Officers and Forensic Pathology Laboratory Management/ staff guidance and training: participate in the process of drafting of a National Diploma qualification registered through the South African Qualification Authority for Forensic Pathology Officers, Administrative preparation of the Division for accreditation as training facility with the SAQA, investigating the organizational culture and role thereof in change management and People Development within the Forensic Pathology Service, Regular interaction with and case presentations from junior staff and advise and supervise with complex cases. Academic component, teaching and training: assist in the administration and organization of structured forensic medical training programs for medical students, provide tutorial and lectures on forensic medicine for medical students, provide supervision as well as encouragement and guidance to both undergraduate and postgraduate students in all natures of academic activities, engaging in representing the division in all manners of academic activities, both within the university complex and also within the broader forensic medicine environment, supervising postgraduate and undergraduate research projects, presentation of interesting cases and participation in all academic activities within the division. Service delivery: Autopsy practice: perform and complete post-mortem examinations, evaluate and report on histological findings, collection of evidence, samples for toxicology analysis, performing specialized dissection techniques, compiling of medico-legal reports and related administrative duties. Service delivery: death scenes, assistance to SAPS, court, medical-jurisprudence: attend crime scenes, attend court proceedings and deliver expert testimony, formulate opinions on dockets received by the SAPS, Independent complaints directorate and courts of law, provide a service within Forensic Pathology at a Consultant level, Professional interpretation of post-mortem investigation, including commensurate preparation and research for delivery of testimony, consultation with relevant authorities.
 
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 apply for change in registration status). Candidates may have to undergo profiling assessments prior to appointment.
 
Enquiries:
Professor Lorna J. Martin (lornaj.martin@uct.ac.za)
 
Registration with the Health Professions Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid Code B/EB driver's license. Will be required to travel within the province. Will be required to perform work duties outside normal working hours.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 1 976 070 - R 2 097 327 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.) A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
9/13/2024 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: 10/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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