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A job opportunity

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
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECCS17/2025
  Forensic Pathology Service, OFPI, West Metro Region, and Division of Forensic Medicine UCT
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Above average ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing. Above-average computer and software literacy. Administration skill. Ability to teach medical students, Forensic Pathology Officers and Medical Staff. Ability and willingness to perform duties outside of normal working hours and away from base of employment. Good interpersonal skills including effective service delivery within a group situation at all levels of authority.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner.
 
Note:
Candidates will be subjected to a practical test. 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).
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. One 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 result areas/outputs):
Perform Post-mortems at Medical Officer level, completion of investigations and documentation in relevant cases, and completion of post-mortem reports in 12 weeks. Expert evidence in court related to cases, and forensic opinions as requested by the Department of Justice. Attendance of and examination of incident cases. Support to the Head: Clinical Unit and Medical Specialists in all aspects required. Guidance of Forensic Pathology Officers with regard to performance of post-mortems. Assist with teaching and training of Medical, Criminal investigation and justice groups in medico-legal autopsies and related investigations.
 
Enquiries:
Prof. Lorna J Martin (Lorna.Martin@uct.ac.za)
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 949 146-R 1 1021 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 nnum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
2/14/2025 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: 2/28/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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