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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.

Inherent requirements of the job:
Registrar (Medical) (Psychiatry) (4 Year contract) (2 Posts)
Employment Type: Contract
Reference No: TBH85/2024
Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley (1 Post) and Stikland Hospital

A valid (code B/EB) driver’s licence. Commuted overtime is compulsory. Emergency and after hour call cover. Each Registrar will be appointed in a specific training complex but is required to work across the platform. Willing and able to work with patients with infectious diseases.

Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Practitioner.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Appropriate supervised psychiatry experience post Community Service. Excellent clinical assessment and management skills. Good leadership and interpersonal skills. Knowledge and practical skills in psychiatry. Communication skills. Either a Diploma in Mental Health or FCPsych Part 1.

Note:
Candidates will have to undergo profiling assessments prior to appointment. Consideration will be given to existing employees who are already on higher salary packages to retain their existing salary position, as personal. As such they are entitled to receive pay progression. Appointment as Registrar will be for a maximum contract period of 4/5 years. Employees in service who opt to continue with their pension benefits as Registrar, will be required to resign after completion of their registrarship should they not be successful for advertised Specialist positions. Registrars will be required to register as post-graduates with the applicable University in the Western Cape according to the requirements for the discipline in the yearbook and guidelines. Should registration with the HEI as a student be discontinued for any reason the appointment of Registrar also discontinues. Applicants must indicate whether they have bursary obligations. Preference will be given to SA citizens/permanent residents with a valid identity document.

Note:
Dr K Louw, tel. no (021) 938 9116

Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Provision of safe and comprehensive psychiatric care to inpatients and outpatients at Tygerberg Hospital, Stikland Hospital and associated training hospitals. Provision of clinical support to other medical and surgical disciplines at Tygerberg Hospital. Performing onsite after-hours duties as per call roster. Supervision and support of medical interns and medical officers providing psychiatric care on the service platform. Attending teaching program activities, tutorials and assessments as part of the registrar training program. Assisting with the training of interns, medical students, nursing staff and multidisciplinary team members. Learning critical skills required of a psychiatric specialist. Involvement in research/audits relating to Psychiatry. Maintaining accurate and detailed patient records and adhering to the medicolegal requirement of the Mental Health Care Act and other relevant South African legislation.

Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.




Remuneration:
R 949 146 per annum - R 1 006 809 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

Starting Date:
10/11/2024 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: 11/1/2024 12:00:00 AM

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