About the Role
The Umzimkhulu Psychiatric Hospital is seeking dedicated individuals for the role of Medical Specialist Grade 1/2/3 in Psychiatry. Located in the tranquil town of Umzimkhulu, this position plays a critical part in providing safe and high-quality psychiatric services to the community. In this role, you will be part of a team that not only addresses mental health needs but also contributes to the overall well-being of the population within the Harry Gwala District.
As a Medical Specialist, your expertise will be invaluable in supervising and mentoring junior staff, while also providing expert clinical support to referring hospitals. This role is essential in ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care, directly impacting the lives of individuals and families in your community. Your contributions will also extend to participation in quality improvement programs, making a tangible difference in mental health services.
About the Department
The Umzimkhulu Psychiatric Hospital operates under the Department of Health, which is dedicated to improving the health and wellness of all South Africans. The hospital’s mission is to provide comprehensive mental health services, ensuring that individuals suffering from psychiatric conditions receive appropriate care and support. Working here means being part of a vital team that upholds the values of compassion, integrity, and excellence in public service.
What You’ll Do
- Provide ethical and high-quality psychiatric services within the hospital.
- Supervise and mentor medical officers, community service officers, and nursing staff.
- Offer expert clinical support to hospitals referring patients to Umzimkhulu Psychiatric Hospital.
- Participate actively in quality improvement programs, including clinical audits.
- Attend to administrative matters relevant to the running of the unit.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary team activities and support mental health outreach programs in the district.
- Ensure compliance with all legal, ethical, and professional standards in public service.
What You’ll Need
- A senior certificate or equivalent, along with an MBCHB or equivalent qualification.
- FC Psych or MMED Psychiatry and current registration with the HPCSA as a Specialist Psychiatrist.
- Relevant experience: Grade 1 (0-5 years), Grade 2 (6-10 years), Grade 3 (10+ years) post-specialist qualification.
- Computer literacy and sound clinical skills in managing adult and child psychiatric patients.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
- A commitment to professional and ethical values, with a concern for excellence in patient care.
How to Apply
Applications to be forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer, Umzimkhulu Hospital OR Drop Off in the application Box, Umzimkhulu Hospital.
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Requirements
Senior certificate or equivalent plus, MBCHB OR equivalent plus FC Psych or MMED Psychiatry.Current registration with HPCSA as Specialist Psychiatrist.
Grade 1: 0-5 years’ experience post specialist qualification Grade 2: 6-10 years’ experience post specialist qualification Grade 3: 10+ years’ experience post specialist qualification.
Computer Literacy.
Knowledge, skills, training, and competencies required: Sound knowledge and clinical skills in the management of adult and child psychiatry patients.
Ability to supervise and teach junior and senior members of staff.
Good communication and interpersonal and management skills.
Sound professional and ethical values and a concern for excellence.
Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Job Duties
To provide safe, ethical and high quality psychiatric services within the hospital.Undertake and support Continuing Medical Education (CME) and Continuing Professional Development activities.
Supervise and mentor medical officer, community service officers and nursing staff.
Provide expert advice and clinical support to hospitals referring to Umzimkhulu Psychiatric Hospital.
Active participation in quality improvement programs including clinical audits.
Attend to administrative matters as it pertains to the running of the unit.
Co-ordinate multidisciplinary team activities.
Attend meetings and workshops as directed.
Co-ordinate and support the mental health outreach programme within Harry Gwala District.
Comply with all legal prescripts, Acts, legislation, policies, circulars, procedures, guidelines and code of conduct for public service.
Adhere to correct channels of communication as per hospital organogram.
93 PUBLIC Maintain clinical, professional and ethical standards.
Assist the hospital management with the development and implementation of guidelines, protocols and clinical audits, revising as needed to optimize patient care in wards and outpatients departments.
