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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 (Forensic Pathology)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: ECSS39/2025
  Forensic Pathology Service, Southern Cape/ Karoo Region, Chief Directorate: Emergency and Clinical Services Support
 
Inherent requirements of the job:
A valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Will be required to perform routine service autopsies. Will be required to deliver expert testimony in court proceedings. Will be required to perform work duties outside normal working hours and away from the base of employment. Availability to travel to regional facilities to offer a service for limited periods.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualifications that allow registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology.
 
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 Forensic Pathology Service, Southern Cape/Karoo Region for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
 
Enquiries:
Dr D Lourens, tel. no. (023) 347-5353.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Good interpersonal skills including effective service delivery within a group situation at all levels of authority. Above-average ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing. Above-average Computer and software literacy in at least MS Word, Excel, Power Point presentation and Outlook. Knowledge of the functioning of a Forensic Pathology Department. Ability to teach Medical students, Forensic Pathology Officers and Medical Staff. Working knowledge of the legislation, policies and code of conduct pertaining to Forensic Pathology practice. Research ability. Exposure to post-mortems, autopsy work and dissection. Creativity and openness to new ideas.
 
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology. 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 Forensic Pathology. 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 Forensic Pathology.
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Provide full-time medico-legal death investigative service within the Southern Cape/Karoo Region by performance of post-mortems of natural and unnatural deaths. Provide full-time medico-legal death investigative service within the Southern Cape/Karoo Region by compiling and completing reports, including ancillary investigations. Expert testimony in court as well as expert opinion on inquest dockets or the relevant cases as requested by the Department of Justice. Academic teaching and training , Research, Clinical governance and quality assurance. Support to the Head: Clinical Unit with all administrative functions of the Region.
 
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 1 271 901 - R 1 348 635 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 451 214 - R 1 538 967 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 680 780 - R 2 097 327 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
4/4/2025 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: 4/22/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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