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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.

Minimum Requirement:
Senior Registrar( Sub-Speciality) Paediatric Cardiology (36 month contract)
Employment Type: Contract
Reference No: RXH19/2025
Red Cross Childrens War Memorial Hospital, Rondebosch

Appropriate qualifications that allow registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.

Note:
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Please ensure that you attach an updated CV. Employees in service who opt to continue with their pension benefits as Senior Registrar, will be required to resign after completion of their registrarship should they not be successful for advertised Medical Sub-Specialist positions. The Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disability are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated. Specific Senior Registrar posts within the Department will be identified as part of the Affirmative Action programme to create a representative Specialist cadre in line with applicable procedures. Preference will be given to SA citizens/permanent residents with a valid identity document. Senior Registrars will be required to register as post-graduates with Stellenbosch University/ University of Cape Town according to the

Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
CLINICAL SERVICE DELIVERY: Comprehensive Cardiology clinical care and service delivery in the Western Cape Paediatric Cardiology service outpatient and inpatient setting under the direction of specialist supervisors. After hours calls as for senior registrars in the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health (UCT) and responsible to the director of the registrar programme. Administration and management as may be necessary to maintain the efficient running of the ward or service to which currently attached. TEACHING: Undergraduate students and junior staff. Case presentations, webinars and academic meetings. RESEARCH: Involvement with existing research projects, clinical reviews, audits and clinical trials. The post holder is expected to conduct a research project towards producing a Master’s (MPhil) thesis through UCT. LEARNING: Rotation through areas of Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, Tygerberg Hospital and allied institutions. To acquire training in Paediatric Cardiolo

Enquiries:
Dr G Comitis, George.comitis@uct.ac.za , tel.no. (021) 658-5111

Inherent requirements of the job:
FCPaed and MMed (Paed) is a requirement. Must provide after-hours emergency services and participate in commuted overtime at 16-hours per week within the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health platform. A valid driver’s licence. Experience in general paediatrics at postgraduate level.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills. Ability to work under pressure and maintain a high standard of professionalism. Ability and willingness to supervise medical students and rotating registrars.

Registration with a Professional Council:
with a Professions Council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.




Remuneration:
R 1 271 901- R 1 329 999 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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