Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3 (6/8th posts)
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: OD30/2025
Hermanus Hospital, Overstrand Sub-district, Overberg District
Inherent requirements of the job:
A valid driver’s license (B/EB/C1). Availability to travel to sub-district facilities to offer a service.
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Ability to function/make decisions independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Good communication, interpersonal relationships, exceptional leadership and conflict resolution skills. Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies of the Department of Health Western Cape. Knowledge applicable to South African chronic diseases and care guidelines. Provision of evidence-based care to the sub-district. Computer literacy. Competence in performing district level procedures including (but not limited to): caesarean sections. Competence in administering spinal and general anesthesia. Sound knowledge of infectious and non-communicable diseases management, maternal and child health care as well as emergency medical care including adult, child and neonatal resuscitations. Knowledge in the management of obstetric and gynecological emergencies, general medicine, general pediatrics and district-level surgical cases
Minimum educational qualification:
Appropriate qualifications that allow registration with the Health Professions Council (HPCSA)as a Medical Officer.
Note: Shortlisted candidates could be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is requ
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 Overberg District for a period of 3 months from date of advert.
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Deliver a general clinical service to Hermanus Hospital and PHC clinics and healthcare facilities in the Overstrand sub-district. Provide outreach support to PHC facilities in the sub-district. Responsible use of resources, including laboratory and blood products and rational prescription of Medicines. Active participation in the implementation of clinical governance strategies. Following of local guidelines and policies to practice evidence-based medicine. Display good ethical conduct and professional and personal integrity. Actively participate in good clinical practice, skills transfer, teaching and academic opportunities related to the post.
Enquiries:
Dr M Hunter, tel. no. (028) 313-5203
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration as a 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 who is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 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 6 years relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health 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 a 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.
Registration with a Professional Council:
Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Officer.
Remuneration:
Grade 1: R 751 011- R 808 587 per annum, Grade 2: R 856 914 - R 935 403 per annum, Grade 3: R 991 764 - R 1 235 724 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs.
Starting Date:
4/25/2025 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: 5/13/2025 12:00:00 AM
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