Processing please wait ...
Vacancy Details
 
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 (Paediatrics) (20 sessions) (contract until 31 March 2026)
  Employment Type: Contract
  Reference No: MHS155/2025
  Karl Bremer Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Appropriate experience in providing paediatrics and neonatal services. Excellent clinical expertise and clinical governance. Excellent skills in teaching and training of undergraduate students, medical interns and medical officers. Good leadership, communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist (Paediatrics).
 
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 to health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for a change in registration status). Candidates will be subjected to a practical assessment. The pool of applicants will be considered for other Medical Specialists (Paediatrics) posts within the Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services for a period of 3 months from the date of advert.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Clinical services provide a clinical service to in- and outpatients. Clinical care coordination, plan and ensure adherence to and promotion of good clinical care outcomes for paediatrics and neonatal patients. Clinical service assist with related clinical administrative tasks. Teaching and Training of undergraduate students, interns and medical officers in clinical areas.
 
Enquiries:
Dr C. Geldenhuys tel. no. (021) 918 -1204
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist (Paediatrics).
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence and willingness to travel. Willingness to perform outreaches.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R612 per hour, Grade 2: R 698 per hour, Grade 3: R809 per hour
 
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
 
FOR YOU
SUPPORT TICKET
X