About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking motivated individuals for the role of Medical Officer Grade 1, 2, or 3 at Grey’s Hospital in Pietermaritzburg. This vital position involves the assessment, management, and treatment of patients across various clinical settings, including clinics, wards, and the ICU. By joining the team at Grey’s Hospital, you will play a crucial role in delivering quality healthcare services to the local community, ensuring that patients receive the attention and treatment they deserve.
Your contributions as a Medical Officer will have a profound impact on the lives of many individuals in Pietermaritzburg and surrounding areas. The role requires not just clinical expertise but also a compassionate approach to patient care, fostering a supportive environment for both patients and fellow healthcare professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for medical professionals who aspire to make a difference through public service in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the South African population. Its mission encompasses the provision of quality healthcare services, the promotion of health awareness, and the implementation of health policies that respond to the needs of the community. Working within this department is meaningful, as it allows you to be part of a larger mission focused on enhancing public health and fostering a healthier society.
At Grey’s Hospital, the department emphasizes a collaborative approach to healthcare, where medical practitioners can contribute to innovative practices and participate in academic programs that encourage professional development. This commitment to excellence ensures that healthcare professionals are not only equipped with the necessary skills but also supported in their growth within the field.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct assessments and manage patients in clinics, wards, and the ICU.
- Provide after-hour services and consultations with colleagues and junior staff.
- Engage in quality assurance, audits, and statistical data collection.
- Participate in academic programs within the Orthopaedic Department.
- Assess and manage Orthopaedic patients across various settings.
- Assist in the development and implementation of new services and equipment.
- Actively contribute to outreach programs aimed at increasing patient access to clinical services.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12/Senior Certificate.
- An MBChB or equivalent qualification.
- A registration certificate with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in independent practice.
- For Grade 1: No experience required or one year of relevant experience for foreign-qualified candidates.
- For Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Medical Officer after HPCSA registration.
- For Grade 3: At least 10 years’ experience after HPCSA registration.
- Good knowledge of current health legislation, medical ethics, epidemiology, and statistics.
- Strong decision-making, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in computer literacy.
How to Apply
Applications to be forwarded to: The Human Resources Management Office, Grey’s Hospital, Private Bag X9001, Pietermaritzburg, 3200.
Requirements
Grade 12 / Senior Certificate.MBChB or equivalent.
Registration certificate with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in independent practice.
Current registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in independent practice.
Grade 1: Experience: Experience: Not Applicable.
Foreign qualified candidates requires 1year relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognized Foreign Health Professional Council, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service, as required in South Africa.
Grade 2: Experience: 5 years appropriate experience as a Medical Officer after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
Foreign candidates require 6 years relevant experience after registration with a recognized Foreign Health Professional Council, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service.
Grade 3: Experience: 10 years experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
Foreign qualified candidates require 11 years relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognized foreign health professional council in respect of foreign qualified employees of whom it is not required performing community service as required in South Africa.
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies Required: Good knowledge of current health and public service legislation and policy, medical ethics, epidemiology and statistics.
Good decision making, analytical and communication skills.
Computer Literacy
Job Duties
Assessment, investigation and management of patients in Clinics, Wards and ICU, including after-hour service.Consultation and communication with colleagues and junior staff.
Participate in Quality Assurance /Audit and statistics and information acquisition and review.
Clinical responsibility with participation in Commuted Overtime.
Participate in Academic Programmes in Orthopaedic Department.
Assess and manage Orthopaedic patients in Clinics, Wards and ICU.
Assisting, developing and implementing of New Services and the utilization of New Equipment.
Active participation in Outreach Programme aimed at improving patient access to the relevant clinical services.
