About the Role
The Department of Health is excited to announce the availability of two positions for Medical Officer Grade 1-3 at the John Daniel Newberry Hospital in the vibrant city of Port Elizabeth. This role is vital to ensuring that our community receives competent and compassionate medical care. As a Medical Officer, you will manage a variety of medical conditions, supervise junior staff, and provide essential outpatient consultations, all while making a lasting impact on the health and well-being of the people you serve.
In this rewarding position, you will be part of a dedicated team that prioritizes patient care and strives to improve health outcomes in the community. Your commitment to excellence will not only enhance the quality of life for individuals but also contribute to the overall effectiveness of public health services in South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Health plays a crucial role in safeguarding the health of the nation. With a mission to promote, protect, and improve the health of all South Africans, the department is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services and ensuring access to medical treatment. Working here means you are part of a larger effort to enhance public service and make a meaningful difference in the lives of citizens.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and provide treatment for various medical conditions to ensure high-quality care for all patients.
- Supervise and mentor junior medical staff, fostering their development in key medical interventions.
- Conduct outpatient consultations focused on chronic disease management and long-term patient follow-up.
- Educate and counsel patients and their families on prevention, treatment options, and rehabilitation strategies.
- Develop skills in resuscitation and intensive care to ensure the survival of critically ill patients.
- Participate in compulsory commuted overtime duties, contributing to the hospital’s operational efficiency.
What You’ll Need
- A Matric certificate and an appropriate qualification for registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
- Current annual registration with HPCSA.
- No experience required for Grade 1; 5 years for Grade 2; 10 years for Grade 3, post-registration as a Medical Practitioner.
- Strong knowledge of Public Service legislation, policies, and procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including proficiency in report writing and medico-legal documentation.
- A commitment to honesty, integrity, and a strong work ethic.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Matric.Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner (Independent Practice).
Current annual registration with HPCSA.
Grade 1: None after registration with HPCSA as Medical Practitioner in respect of South African qualified employees.
1 year relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with recognised 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 after registration with HPCSA as Medical Practitioner in respect of South African qualified employees.
6 years relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with recognised 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 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience after registration with HPCSA as Medical Practitioner in respect of South African qualified employees.
11 years relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with recognised 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 Knowledge And Skills: Extensive knowledge on Public Service legislation, policies and procedures.
Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, report writing, medico-legal reports).
Good interpersonal skills as well as display of honesty, integrity and excellent work ethics.
Job Duties
Management of all medical conditions to ensure that a competent service is provided to all patients.Candidates will have to perform commuted overtime duties (compulsory & non-negotiable).
Supervise junior staff in order to provide adequate medical care and to train them to be able to do key medical interventions.
Consult patients on an outpatient basis to have optimal chronic disease management and good long term follow up.
Briefing, informing and counselling patients and where appropriate relatives regarding prevention, treatment operative, complications and rehabilitation.
Endeavour to become skilled in resuscitative measures and intensive care treatment to assure survival of critically ill-patients.
