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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 Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Family Medicine) (20 sessions p/week) (1 year contract)
  Employment Type: Contract
  Reference No: GRD25/2025
  Knysna Hospital, Knysna/Bitou Sub-district, Garden Route District
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Family Medicine.
 
Note:
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 Knysna/Bitou Sub District for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
Enquiries:
Dr FR Potgieter tel. no. (044) 302-8405
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Family Medicine. 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 Family Medicine. 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 Family Medicine.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge and understanding of Health Care 2030. Excellent administrative and research skills. Computer literacy in MS Office. Clinical competencies (training and teaching skills).
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Family Medicine.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
The successful candidate will report to the Clinical Manager of the respective Sub-District. Be part of the Sub-District Health Services management team and support management in the planning and governance of clinical services in the Sub-District. Provide a comprehensive Acute and Primary Health Care (PHC) package of care to patients, with a person-centred approach, on the DHS platform, (including emergency care, ward rounds, OPD, outreaches to PHC facilities, theatre work, Obstetrics, in order to ensure efficient delivery of the core package of services at the Hospital and PHC facilities. Develop, maintain and monitor protocols for proper clinical governance of the PHC services in the Sub-District, following a life course approach and Supervision and Line Management of Medical Officers, including the maintenance of competence of medical practitioners for the Sub-District and initiate, supervise and conduct research appropriate to the needs of the Sub-District and responsible for the training and learning of health staff and medical students. Implement a Chronic Disease Management system including protocols and standards for qualitative care for patients with chronic illnesses including non-communicable diseases, mental health illnesses and HIV+ patients on ART in the Sub-District. Conduct clinical audits, appropriate to the needs of the Sub-District and liaise with specialist at the referral hospital to implement the outreach and support policy of the Department.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB) and willingness to travel in the district.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 612 per hour, Grade 2: R 698 per hour, Grade 3: R 809 per hour
 
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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