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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 (Sub-Specialty: Critical Care)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: RXH21/2025
  Red Cross Childrens War Memorial Hospital, Rondebosch
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Sub-Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
 
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).
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
CLINICAL SERVICE DELIVERY: Within the PICU and 16 hours per week commuted overtime. Provide comprehensive, high-quality paediatric critical care clinical services.. Conduct ward rounds/ multidisciplinary clinical meetings, Morbidity and mortality meetings. Manage and effectively/efficiently use allocated resources. Effective and efficient administration of clinical services. TEACHING: Undergraduate & post graduate students, nursing staff, rotating registrars / medical officers and senior registrars. RESEARCH: Participation in existing and conducting new research projects within the department and stay abreast of clinical developments. ADMINISTRATION: Liaising with Hospital management and the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health
 
Enquiries:
Dr Shamiel Salie: shamiel.salie@uct.ac.za
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team Proven Leadership abilities Experience in supervision of staff and students Proven knowledge/skills and experience in principles of service planning, organizing, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Computer literacy
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Sub-Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Sub-Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as Medical Sub-Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Sub-Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Sub-Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Post specialisation experience in Paediatric Intensive Care including peri-operative care of cardio-thoracic, neuro-surgical and trauma patients is essential. A valid driver’s licence. Commuted overtime is compulsory 16 hours per week.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Sub-Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 1 472 673 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 680 780 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 835 835 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
3/28/2025 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: 4/11/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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