Head Clinical Unit Trauma & Burns – Durban – Department Of Health

About the Role

The Head Clinical Unit for Trauma & Burns at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital is a pivotal leadership position in the healthcare landscape of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. In this role, you will oversee the clinical trauma and burns services, ensuring that the highest standards of care are delivered to patients facing serious injuries and burns. Your expertise will not only shape the clinical practices within the unit but also play a crucial role in enhancing community health through education and research initiatives. This position is vital for maintaining and improving the quality of trauma care, ultimately benefiting the local population and contributing to the public service mission.

As a leader in this dynamic environment, you will coordinate interdisciplinary efforts that include Trauma ICU and Burns Resuscitation. Your guidance will directly impact the professional development of medical trainees and the overall operational efficiency of the trauma and burns unit, fostering a culture of excellence and compassion in patient care. Your presence in critical situations, such as emergency calls, is essential, reflecting the commitment to providing immediate and effective treatment to those in need.

About the Department

The Department of Health is dedicated to delivering comprehensive healthcare services across South Africa. Its mission is grounded in promoting health equity and improving the quality of life for all citizens. Working within this department means being part of a larger vision to ensure that every individual has access to necessary medical services, regardless of their circumstances. The commitment to community health and the continuous pursuit of medical excellence make this department a rewarding place to build a career in public service.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage the clinical trauma and burns services, including Trauma ICU and Burns Resuscitation.
• Supervise and mentor medical officers, surgical trainees, and specialists rotating through the trauma and burns unit.
• Ensure adherence to the highest standards of clinical, fiscal, professional, and ethical behavior.
• Assist in clinical governance and contribute to the education of undergraduate medical students and postgraduate surgical trainees.
• Drive and stimulate research initiatives within the ethical guidelines of the Health Care Act.
• Promote trauma prevention education and community awareness.
• Be physically present for emergency calls and manage unstable cases promptly.

What You’ll Need

• MBChB Degree or equivalent qualifications.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Surgery.
• A minimum of five years’ post-registration experience as a specialist in Trauma and Burns.
• Higher surgical qualification (FCS(SA) and/or MMed Surgery) and completion of Cert Trauma (SA) or equivalent.
• Current registration with HPCSA for independent practice in the Trauma surgery discipline.
• DSTC instructor and ATLS instructor status as per HPCSA rules.
• Relevant teaching and research experience with evidence of publication.
• Strong clinical decision-making, communication, and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply

Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.