Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3: Neonatology (1-year Contract)
Employment Type: Contract
Reference No: GSH121/2024
Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
Minimum educational qualification
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner.
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Capability to handle a demanding clinical workload with effective time management, organisation, and prioritisation skills. Strong interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work in a team and communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, and their families. Good governance principles and documentation practices. Commitment to providing empathetic, holistic care and advocating for patients.
Inherent requirement of the job:
Commuted overtime is compulsory.
Enquiries:
Dr S Pillay Tel no, (021) 404 6025 or shakti.pillay@uct.ac.za
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised 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 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 Medical Practitioner with a recognised 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 a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 11 years’ relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised 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.
Note:
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Existing employee who are already on a salary scale higher than the maximum scale attached to a registrar will retain the scale attached to their existing salary package. ‘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 with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted with their job application / on appointment. Please note that the afore-said concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (this includes individuals who must apply for change in registration status).
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
Provide comprehensive medical care to neonates, including managing acute neonatal emergencies, performing resuscitation and stabilisation procedures, and treating neonates with chronic and complex medical conditions under supervision. Actively participate in daily ward rounds, collaborating with consultants and multidisciplinary teams to develop and execute plans under supervision. Supervise and provide guidance to medical students, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge in neonatology. Contribute to quality improvement initiatives aimed at optimising patient outcomes and advancing best practices within the neonatal unit. Communicate effectively with patients’ families, offering support, information, and empathy during critical times.
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 949 146- R 1 021 911 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 082 988- R 1 182 183 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 253 415- R 1 561 734 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs.) A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs.
Starting Date:
11/15/2024 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: 12/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
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