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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 Specialist Grade 1 to 3: Ophthalmology (Sessional) (4 hours per week)
  Employment Type: Contract
  Reference No: GSH101/2024
  Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Ophthalmology.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Clinical and surgical competency in Glaucoma management. Ability to work in a high-volume clinic and surgical environment. Computer literacy and interest in data collection for service improvement. Insight into challenges of local health care delivery, diversity, transformation and equity. Appropriate experience clinical experience as a qualified Ophthalmologist.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Ophthalmology. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as Medical Specialist in Ophthalmology. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Ophthalmology.
 
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for these posts. 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)”.
 
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Participation in under- and post-graduate divisional activities. Supervision and training of junior surgical staff and undergraduate students/interns. Ophthalmic clinical service provision in the Groote Schuur Hospital Division of Ophthalmology (theatre, clinics, OPD) with emphasis on Glaucoma.
 
Enquiries:
Prof N du Toit, tel no. (021) 404 5008
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Ophthalmology.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 612 per hour, Grade 2: R 698 per hour, Grade 3: R 809 per hour A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
10/25/2024 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: 11/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
 
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