• Reference Number : refs/020192
• Directorate : PAEDIATRICS AND CHILD HEALTH
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : Grade1: R906 540.00, Grade 2: R 1 034 373.00, Grade 3: R 1 197 150.00 (All inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Prof MPB Mawela Tel 012 521 4445/5719

Requirements :

• MBCHB degree and registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Medical Practitioner. Certificate of registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. Applicants must have an interest in Paediatrics and Child Health. Additional related postgraduate qualifications and/or completion of the DCH or part 1 of the FCP (SA) examination will be an added advantage. Ability to diagnose and manage common medical problems including emergencies. Demonstrate the ability to work as a part of a multidisciplinary team. Good communication, leadership, interpersonal and decision-making qualities. Knowledge of current Health Legislation and policies as it relates to Public Institutions. Grade 1: none after registration as a Medical Practitioner with HPCSA. Grade 2: Minimum of five (5) years appropriate experience as Medical Practitioner after registration HPCSA. Grade 3: Minimum of ten (10) appropriate experience as a Medical Practitioner after registration with HPCSA.

Duties :

• The successful candidate will be expected to be based in the department of Paediatrics and Child Health. Duties will include delivering clinical care to all in-patients in the service unit allocated to as well as performing outpatient clinic duties. The main responsibility will be to assess, evaluate and manage patients in Paediatrics and Child Health, including performance of overtime duties (after hours, public holidays and weekends). Training junior staff (Interns) and promote on-going staff development in accordance with individual and departmental needs. Maintain satisfactory clinical, professional and ethical standards in the department. The successful candidate will work independently but will be supervised by a Specialist Paediatrician. The candidate will be expected to do patient related administrative tasks and schedule follow-up outpatient appointments. A major responsibility will be to keep proper clinical records. The successful candidate will be expected to attend and participate in academic meetings and do case and journal presentation at these meetings.

Notes :

• Note: Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the completed CV and new updated Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents.Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each application for employment must be fully completed, initialled, and signed by the applicant. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification during the selection process. Section A, B, C and D must be completed in full. Section E, F and G: Noting that there’s a limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable if the CV has been attached and provides the required information. The question that relates to conditions that prevents re-appointment under part F must be answered. Declaration must be completed and signed). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. Please ensure that the specific reference number is quoted correctly. Applications can be delivered to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, 3111 Setlogelo Drive, Ga-Rankuwa, 0208 Nurses Home Block 13(HR Registry) or posted to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, Private Bag X422, Pretoria 0001. Due to technical problems with GPG vacancy website that the institution is consistently faced with, applicants are encouraged to apply using any of the above methods. Correspondence will be entered with shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The employer reserves the right to fill this position. It is legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Check (PSC) - Verification, upon appointment within the department. This verification processes entails reference checks, identity verification, qualification verification, criminal records checks. Successful candidates will be subjected to OHS medical surveillance as required by HBA regulations within OHS Act 85 of 1993.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : DR. GEORGE MUKHARI ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 20-03-2024

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.