Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3 (ENT) (5/8TH)

Overview

Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3 in ENT sought at Paarl Hospital, providing comprehensive ear, nose, and throat patient care.

Requirements

• Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Officer.
• Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Officer.
• Experience: Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees.
• A minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as a Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees.
• A minimum of 6 years relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognized foreign Health Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Grade 1: None after registration as a Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of who is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate experience in Ear, Nose, and Throat.
• Proven experience in procedural skills appropriate to the field of Ear, Nose, and Throat.
• Proven knowledge of public health policies, guidelines and related prescript to manage resources effectively.
• Ability to work independently and to manage time and administrative tasks effectively.
• Good professional attitude.
• Communication skills.

Duties

• Provide comprehensive Ear, Nose, and Throat care to patients by diagnosing and treating illnesses and other health conditions.
• Prescribe and manage treatment plans, including medication and therapies.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Refer patients to tertiary care or other healthcare providers when necessary.
• Participation in outreach services that are provided by the Ear, Nose, and Throat department.
• Financial management by effective and efficient use of resources.
• Complete the required CPD activities to maintain registration with the HPCSA.
• Participate in training and educational programs for healthcare professionals.
• Complete and submit required medical reports and documentation for legal and administrative purposes.
• Uphold the reputation and integrity of the medical profession.

How to apply

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries: Dr J West, email: joshua.west@westerncape.gov.za, Tel No: (021) 860- 2682/2725

Notes

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). - It should be noted that advertised posts are linked to the Institution/ Facility that forms part of the Ecosystem Service platform. Upon appointment, incumbents will be expected to render clinical services across institutions in the Ecosystem, as needed to sustain health service delivery. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the Post 35/278: Senior State Accountant: Financial Accounting (X2 Posts), Centre: Directorate: Financial Accounting, R413 001 per annum has been cancelled. MANAGEMENT ECHELON