• Reference Number : refs/018995
• Directorate : Clinical Services
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 887,363.00 (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Dr AJ Wise Tel: (011) 470 9090/9091

Requirements :

• An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or a Medical Sub-Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Current Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist or a Medical Sub-specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Experience: A minimum of 3 years as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or registration in a recognized Sub-Specialty. Experience in managing a unit or department will be an advantage. The successful incumbent will be required to perform commuted overtime in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Excellent team player. Strong record of clinical expertise, clinical governance, research, teaching and training at under and postgraduate levels. Excellent managerial, interpersonal, leadership, administrative, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to supervise clinical and surgical training and teaching.

Duties :

• Provide supervision and leadership within the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at RMMCH and the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS). Provision of direct clinical and surgical care, supervision and mentoring of subordinates, management of teams. Manage relevant sub-speciality and ensure good management of the sub-specialist unit. Liaise within the relevant cluster to co-ordinate care across different hospitals and reduce overcrowding. Provide support and advisory services to the hospital management team. Manage RWOPS within the unit and department to prevent abuse of the system. Provide excellent clinical and surgical service delivery, a strong teaching and training program and relevant research. Responsible for the teaching and training program of under- and postgraduate students in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Responsible for management activities within the Obstetrics & Gynaecology department, including related management activities within RMMCH and WITS in order to maintain the quality of outputs while ensuring optimum utilization of fiscal and human resources, and the timeous reporting and redress of Patient Safety Incidents. Initiate, undertake and supervise relevant research in Obstetrics & Gynaecology including the supervision of MMeds. Provide support to the HOD of Obstetrics & Gynaecology. The incumbent may be required to work extended hours.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: 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. 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 (CV). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. (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. Suitable candidates will be subjected to vetting and personnel pre-employment suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Medical Surveillance will be conducted on the recommended candidates. 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. NB: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know. PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital

Closing Date : 29-09-2023

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.