• Reference Number : refs/019405
• Directorate : Internal Medicine
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 887 363.00 (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Dr N Mqhayi-Mbambo Tel No - (011) 933 9154/8154/8940

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in a normal specialty or a recognized Sub-Specialty. Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in a normal specialty or in a recognized Sub-Specialty and current registration for 2023/2024. A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in a normal specialty or in a recognized Sub-Specialty. Sound knowledge of government regulations, policies and acts. The ability to interpret and implement policies. Administrative and management knowledge. Project management skills. Teambuilding, people and interpersonal relations skills. Communication skills (verbal and written) Organizational, problem-solving and interventional skills. Highly motivated and enthusiastic to contribute to the radiology care and services. The ability to work under pressure, lead transformational change in a complex environment and the ability to manage change in the department.

Duties :

• The Head of the Unit (HOU) will be responsible for all aspects of patient care within the Unit of Gastroenterology at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, and will work to ensure that the Unit delivers the best care to all its patients. The HOU must ensure that all policies, programmes and initiatives are consistent and supportive of the Gauteng Department Health’s vision, mission and values. The HOU must act as a role model through strong multidisciplinary relationships and accessibility, and through effective intra- and inter-Unit communication. The HOU must be part of leadership that drives an innovative and diverse academic programme (including undergraduate and postgraduate training) and work to strengthen the integration of care, education and research within the Unit, Department and beyond. Ensure that appropriate, ethical and quality research is performed in the Unit and Department as part of a wider agenda to explore improvements in health care in the hospital, province and South Africa as a whole, with publication of the results in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Lead and participate in research projects in areas of personal special interest. As part of the university’s responsibility, sufficient and quality teaching must be provided to undergraduates (medical students) and postgraduate (registrars and fellows) students. Teach students in areas of personal special interest and expertise. Active participation in administrative duties of the division and the department which include planning, budgeting and procurement processes as well as monitoring and evaluation. The HOU will be part of an outreach program, build relationships and work with the referring hospitals regarding transfers in, as well as down referrals. The HOU will be expected to build partnerships with local and international institutions of similar standing to ensure exposure to world class standards. The HOU will assist the Head of Department at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in administrative and management work in the department, including assisting with work of different committees in the Department of Medicine at the University, Hospital and University.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. NB: For assistance with online applications please email your query to e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za. NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and a detailed CV will be disqualified). (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment/reference check verification). NB: Reference Checks-The applicant must provide at least 3 contact details (names, cellphone number and email address) of his/her referees, of which one must be immediate supervisor. The Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided on CV. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH ACADEMIC HOSPITAL (CHBAH)

Closing Date : 09-02-2024

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.