About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking dedicated Medical Officers Grade 1 to 3 (Anaesthetics) for two positions at Khayelitsha District Hospital, located in the vibrant city of Cape Town. This role is crucial to the healthcare community, as it involves providing exceptional pre-, intra-, and post-operative care in Anaesthesiology and Critical Care. By joining this dedicated team, you will play a vital part in enhancing patient outcomes and training the next generation of medical professionals.
Your contributions will directly impact the lives of patients in the Khayelitsha area, ensuring they receive the highest standards of medical care. The role demands a commitment to excellence and a willingness to engage in after-hours duties, including participation in operating theatre schedules. This is an opportunity to be part of a meaningful mission, where your skills and compassion will make a real difference in public service.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to providing accessible, equitable, and quality healthcare services to all South Africans. Its mission encompasses the promotion of health and wellness, while also ensuring the efficient delivery of essential healthcare services. Working within this department means being part of a team that is committed to improving public health and making a lasting impact on communities across the nation.
As a Medical Officer in Anaesthetics, you will be at the forefront of this mission, engaging in both practical and administrative duties that ensure the smooth operation of health services. Your role will not only involve patient care but also contribute to the ongoing development of healthcare practices through teaching, training, and research.
What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive pre-, intra-, and post-operative care in Anaesthesiology and Critical Care.
- Participate in normal and after-hour duties within operating theatres.
- Teach and train undergraduate students, interns, and peers in clinical settings.
- Achieve and maintain the Part one FCA (SA) exam and stay updated on developments in Anaesthesiology.
- Complete Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities to retain HPCSA registration.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient records adhering to medico-legal standards.
- Execute necessary administrative tasks to support efficient service delivery.
- Engage in research and audit activities to enhance health service delivery.
What You’ll Need
- Appropriate qualification for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner.
- Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
- Experience requirements vary by grade:
- Grade 1: No experience required post-registration with HPCSA for SA qualified employees.
- Grade 2: Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Medical Practitioner post-registration for SA qualified employees.
- Grade 3: At least 10 years’ experience as a Medical Practitioner post-registration for SA qualified employees.
- Willingness to work after hours, including shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
- Sound general medical knowledge and skills, with a professional attitude towards patient care.
- Competency in General and Regional Anaesthesia, with a Diploma in Anaesthesia preferred.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Practitioner.Registration with a professional council: Registration with HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.
Experience: Grade 1: None after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees.
One-year relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a 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 as 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 Medical Practitioner with a 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 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 Medical Practitioner with a 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.
Inherent requirement of the job: Willingness to work after hours, including shifts, weekends, public holidays and call out work from home.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Diploma in Anaesthesia with appropriate experience and competency in General and Regional Anaesthesia.
Sound general medical knowledge and skills.
Professional working attitude and compassionate towards patients.
Job Duties
Provide meticulous pre-, intra- and post-operative care at the standards required of a medical officer in Anaesthesiology and Critical care.Participate in normal and after hour duties in operating theatres.
Teaching and training of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care to undergraduate students, interns and peers in clinical areas.
Achieve Part one FCA (SA) exam and staying abreast of latest developments in the field of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care.
Complete the required CPD activities to maintain registration with the HPCSA.
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records of acceptable medico-legal standard.
Execute administrative duties required to maintain efficient service delivery.
Interest in Research and audit required.
