• Reference Number : refs/021838
• Directorate : PAEDIATRICS & CHILD HEALTH ( INFECTIOUS DISEASES)
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : GRADE 1 R1 214 805.00 – R 1 288 095.00 PER ANNUM (ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE) GRADE 2 R 1 386 069.00– R 1 469 883.00 PER ANNUM (ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE) GRADE 3 R 1 605 330.00– R 2 001 927.00 PER ANNUM (ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE)
• Enquiries : Prof Velaphi Tel (011) 933 8400/ 8416

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification as Medical Specialist in Paediatrics, which allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a paediatrician. Current HPCSA registration as a paediatrician for April 2024/March 2025. [Grade 1- No experience after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in a recognized Sub-Specialty, Grade 2- A minimum of 5 years and above appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA in a recognized Sub-Specialty and Grade 3- A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in a recognized Sub-Specialty]. Applicants in the process of registration with HPCSA as specialists and will be registered within two months of the interviews will be considered. Competencies/ Knowledge/ Skills: Good leadership skills, excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, conflict resolution and good interpersonal skills. The successful candidate must be adaptable, disciplined, and self-confident. The candidate must be able to work independently and under pressure and beyond normal working hours and work with diverse teams. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. A valid driver’s license. Aptitude for increasing the “footprint” of Paediatric Infectious Diseases services across the CHBAH hospital cluster. Clinical skillset to manage high volume patient numbers, have clinical experience to help with any subspecialty clinic work, as determined by the needs of the department of Paediatrics at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital.

Duties :

• Supervising the management of and managing paediatric patients, and coordinate any services required for patient care, especially those with problems related to infectious diseases. To provide clinical care/ services in the Department of Paediatrics. To assist in providing clinical services (inpatient and outpatient) in general paediatrics as determined by the department of Paediatrics. To participate and assist in teaching/ training programme of both undergraduates and postgraduates. To conduct clinical research/ audits and /or participate in the research program in the Division of Infectious Diseases / Department, including supervising MMed students. Attend meetings and training as approved by Head of Unit and/or Head of Department. Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (contracting, quarterly or semester reviews and final assessment).

Notes :

• Applications should be uploaded online at www.gautengonline.gov.za or http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. No faxed application or hand delivery will be considered. Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form/online z83. The application form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (Please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity) and must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 application form, the Department where position was advertised 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, service certificate and other relevant documents on application. Z83 form must be accompanied by recently updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. All experience should be in a chronological order. The experience on the Curriculum Vitae must contain the institution, position and dates (DD/MM/YYYY) indicating the starting and ending period to be able to calculate the years of experience. The information on the new Z83/online z83 must be in sync/correspond with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification will be required to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). HR will conduct Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) and Verification Checks. The Department reserve the right to conduct verification beyond information provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information mentioned above with the exception of HR verification checks, will result in the candidate being disqualify. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. CHBAH 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 are encouraged apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH ACADEMIC HOSPITAL (CHBAH)

Closing Date : 25-10-2024

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.