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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.
 
Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3 (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry) (6/8th Post)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: TBH72/2024
  Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
 
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 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)”.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Practitioner.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel). Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written). Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team. Experience in child and adolescent psychiatric disorders, neurodevelopmental, developmental and behavior disorders be an added advantage.
 
Registration with the Health Professions Council:
Current registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.
 
Note:
Dr A. Lachman/ Prof. Seedat tel, no. (021) 938 9021
 
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 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 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 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.
 
Duties (key results areas/outputs):
To provide clinical consultations to patients and families referred to the child & adolescent psychiatry unit from the Tygerberg Hospital catchment area. To assist in the provision of emergency cover and cover for leave of psychiatric registrars rotating through child psychiatry. To render support to the Head of the Unit with respect to administrative matters. To teach child & adolescent psychiatry to undergraduate students in relevant degrees and diplomas and to participate in operational research when appropriate.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 711 861 - R 766 434 per annum, Grade 2: R 812 241 - R 886 638 per annum, Grade 3: R 940 062 - R 1 171 302 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
10/4/2024 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: 10/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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