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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 (20 Sessions) (6 posts)
  Employment Type: Contract
  Reference No: MHS89/2025
  Lotus River CDC, Grassy Park CDC, Retreat CHC
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
• Valid driver’s license (Code B/EB) • Willingness to work within the geographic area at various facilities.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner
 
Enquiries:
Dr Katy Murie, Tel: 021 797 8451.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as a Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognized 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 a 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 a Medical Practitioner with a recognized 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 Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 11 years’ relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognized 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.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge and management of general medical and surgical conditions as well as emergency conditions at a PHC level. Experience working at a Primary Care level after community service. Knowledge applicable to South African TB and HIV care guidelines, mental health care, women and child health care and chronic diseases. Comprehensive, evidence based, direct patient-centred clinical service provision at a primary care level. Computer literacy (MS Excel, Word, Outlook etc.) and good interpersonal, organizational and teamwork skills. Ability and willingness to perform outreach services within the Southern Western substructure and to provide support and guidance to junior colleagues and nurses.
 
Note:
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. 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 the Metro Health Services for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Provide quality clinical care to outpatients and emergency clients presenting at primary care facilities in Southern Western Substructure. Participate in skills transfer and training activities. Active involvement in clinical governance activities in the substructure.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner (Independent Practice)
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 457 per hour, Grade 2: R 521 per hour, Grade 3: R 603 per hour
 
Starting Date:
2/28/2025 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: 3/14/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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