• Reference Number : REFS/020017
• Directorate : Internal Medicine – Endocrinology
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : R 1 214 805. 00 (per annum) (All-inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Prof. A Mahomed TEL 011 488 4649/3564/ Ms M.P. Rapetswa TEL 011 488 3711

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Specialist in the Internal Medicine. HPCSA registration as Medical Specialist in the Internal Medicine. No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in the Internal Medicine. The following will be added advantage: Preference will be given to candidates with experience in advanced endocrinology testing and applicants with strong focus in research, teaching, and independent practice with HPCSA.

Duties :

• As a consultant, the candidate will be responsible for the clinical management of general medical patients. The incumbent will be required to lead operational and academic ward rounds including post-intake, follow-up, and grand rounds. As the most senior doctor in the unit, the incumbent will be required to supervise registrars, medical officers, intern doctors and students in patient care and the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Other clinical duties include managing patients at OPD, managing patients attending the Sub-specialty OPD or Specialty Ward Consultations within a relevant Sub-specialty. The desired candidate will be required to set an appropriate example of an exemplary medical practitioner and serve as a role model and clinical mentor to junior doctors and associate clinical staff. Co-ordination of specialty services at CMJAH and cluster hospitals for both inpatient and outpatient services. Supervision of clinical technology services as required. Overseeing the development of appropriate referrals pathways and development of services at referral hospital. Overtime is mandatory. ESSSENTIAL SKILLS: Patient first mentality; General management skills; Excellent communication skills; Good professional judgment; Integrity and professional dependability; Leadership experience; Conflict management; Cost-containment; Management training and experience; Technology and computer skills; Problem-solving experience; Coaching and mentoring experience. ACADEMIC: Participation in the academic duties of the Wits Internal Medicine and related Department. Performance of research within the department. Supervision of research within the department and MMed students. Training and supervision of Senior registrars, registrars, medical students including tutorials, teaching ward rounds and skills development. The desired candidate will also be required to provide medical support and guidance to nursing staff. Registration with the HPCSA and Wits University as a fellow in Endocrinology.

Notes :

• Please note that the salary will be adjusted according to years of experience as per OSD policy. Applications should be submitted on a (PDF Format only) to the following e-mail address: Medicalhr.Cmjah@gauteng.gov.za. Only online applications will be considered. The new Z83 must be fully completed (please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialed and signed. On the Z83 the Department where position was advertised it should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. The Curriculum Vitae should be recently updated that specifies the following: All experience should be in a chronological order indicating the position, institution and respective dates indicating the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). The information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) –Verification (Reference checks- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor and must be contactable, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. Identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks and employment verification. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (Only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Institutions reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Males and Indian Females are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Chartlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 08-03-2024

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.