Medical Officer: Grade 1 To 3 (Paediatrics and Neonatology)
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Employment Type: Permanent
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Reference No: RHS79/2024
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Paarl Hospital
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Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Officer. |
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Dr JR Murray, email: Jaco.Murray@westerncape.gov.za / tel.no. (021) 860-2603 |
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Ensure a safe, efficient, and cost-effective clinical service of high quality with a patient centered focus and addressing the burden of disease in the Paarl Health Ecosystem: Performing basic paediatric and neonatal procedures, including intracostal drains, administration of surfactant, blood exchange transfusions, fine needle aspirations, cooling of neonates with hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy, lumbar puncture, and intraosseous needles Managing high care patients including endotracheal intubation and ventilation, paediatric advanced life support, neonatal advanced life support. Managing children with long term health conditions in an outpatient bases. Death audits and use of Child Problem Identification Program. Ensure compliance by means of maintaining high quality and comprehensive clinical records. Comply with all the relevant administrative policies and prescripts of the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness. Financial management by effective and efficient use of resources. Participate and clinical teaching and training activities. Participate in continuous professional development and improvement activities. |
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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 who 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. |
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Participate in the after-hours call system and perform outreach in the Paarl Hospital ecosystem. |
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Proven experience in principles of planning, organizing, and implementation. Proven knowledge of public health policies, clinical guidelines, and related prescripts to manage resources effectively. Strong managerial and supervisory skills are needed. Proven ability to manage paediatric and neonatology emergencies independently. Proven ability to manage children with long term health conditions. Proven ability to perform basic paediatric and neonatal procedures.Experience in working in a level two Paediatrics and Neonatology unit. |
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Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Officer. |
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Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a practical test and/or competency test. 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. |
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Remuneration:
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Grade 1: R 949 146- R 1 021 911 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 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.
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Starting Date:
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12/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
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NOTICE TO ALL
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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.
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Closing date: 12/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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