Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Anaesthetics) (6/8th post) (Permanent position)
- Reference Number : RHS83/2026
- Package : Grade 1: R 1 046 646 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 194 207 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 383 114 per annum. A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs.
- Enquiries : Dr G Davies (Gareth.Davies@westerncape.gov.za), tel. no. (021) 860 2510
Minimum educational qualification:
- Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Anaesthesia.
Inherent requirements of the job:
- Valid SA driver’s licence. Participate in the after-hours call system.
Registration with a professional council:
- Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Anaesthesia.
Experience:
- Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Anaesthesiology.
- 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 Anaesthesiology.
- 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 Anaesthesiology.
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
- Proven leadership abilities and experience in supervision of staff. Proven experience in principles of planning, organizing and implementation. Proven knowledge of Public health policies, guidelines and related prescript to manage resources effectively. Computer literacy.
Duties (key result areas/outputs):
- Financial management by effective and efficient use of resources. Adhere to requirements for all HR matters. Create a learning environment for junior staff, and students, both under- and postgraduate as required. Do appropriate clinical audits and research within the department to stay abreast of clinical development. Ensure an efficient and cost-effective Anaesthesia service of high quality with a patient centered focus and addressing the burden of disease in the Paarl Geographical Service area (GSA). Support to major referral centers in the Drainage area of Paarl hospital by doing Outreach and support and improving competencies in the District Health System to manage patients appropriately and impact on wellness in the Geographic area.
Notes :
- No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. 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. Candidate will be subjected to a practical/written and oral assessment.
Employer : Department of Health and Wellness, Western Cape Government
Location : Paarl Regional Hospital, Chief Directorate: Rural Health Services
Closing Date : 2026/07/31
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