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Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Paediatrics)
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Employment Type: Permanent
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Reference No: RHS10/2025
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George Regional Hospital
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| Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics. |
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| Commuted Overtime contract is compulsory, as well as ability to work flexible and after-hours. Valid(Code B/EB) driver’s licence as well as willingness and ability to travel. Ability to do first on call coverage as and when the need arises. |
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| Dr WJJ Breytenbach, tel. no. (044) 802-4390 |
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| Grade 1: None after registration as Medical Specialist in Paediatrics. 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 Paediatrics. 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 employees) as Medical Specialist in Paediatrics. |
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| No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates are subjects to a practical. 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 must apply for change in registration status). The pool of applicants will be considered for similar vacant posts within George Regional Hospital for a period of 3 months from date of advert. |
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| Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics. |
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| Render a quality, efficient and cost-effective Paediatric service to patients managed by the institution and district as the Rural East Ecosystem, by balancing throughput with quality. Clinical service delivery in Neonatology and Paediatrics in the Rural East Ecosystem. Ensure the rotational use of resources (medical/surgical sundries and equipment) and apply antibiotic stewardship, patient audits and Clinical Governance. Ensure appropriate training of all clinical staff, including students, medical interns, Community service doctors, medical officers, nursing and staff in District Hospitals. Partake in Outreach and Support services, as needed, to the Rural East Ecosystem. Partake and organize clinical and demographic studies where possible. Ensure good relations with patients, nursing staff, colleagues and referral services at tertiary and district level. Do appropriate clinical audits and research on neonatology and paediatrics within the department to stay abreast of clinical development and demands. Adhere to all requirements for all HR matters. |
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Sufficient and appropriate clinical experience in the management of Paediatric related illnesses.Good work etiquette; excellent communication skills; conflict management; cost conscious care provision. Good technology and computer skills; problem-solving experience; leadership and mentoring experience. Performance of audits or research and publications. Proven knowledge of public health policies, guidelines and related prescript to manage resources effectively.
Relevant statuary framework competencies including Healthcare 2030, Best Practice Criteria, National Core Standard, EDL, Standard Treatment Guidelines. Sound knowledge, skill and experience in General Paediatrics and Neonatology. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Ability and willingness to supervise staff. Actively participate in academic under-and post-graduate paediatric training program. Good working
ethics with children and be an advocate for children’s rights. Support and outreach to district hospitals as necessary. Neonatal expertise would be a strong asset. APLS/PALS course done. |
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Remuneration:
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Grade 1: R 1 271 901 - R 1 348 635 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 451 214 - R 1 538 967 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 680 780 - R 2 097 327 per annum (It will be expected of the successful candidate to participate in a system of remunerated commuted overtime). 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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1/17/2025 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: 1/31/2025 12:00:00 AM
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