About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking dedicated and skilled individuals for the position of Medical Specialist Grade 1-3 in Paediatrics at Pelonomi Tertiary Hospital, located in Bloemfontein, Free State. This vital role is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families within the community. As a Medical Specialist, you will provide essential medical care, manage complex health conditions, and contribute to the well-being of our youngest citizens. Your expertise will play a crucial role in ensuring that every child receives the competent and compassionate care they deserve.
Working at Pelonomi Tertiary Hospital means being part of a team that is committed to excellence in healthcare. The hospital serves as a tertiary facility, providing a high level of specialized care and support to the Free State Province. Your role as a Medical Specialist will involve supervising junior staff, conducting clinical audits, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. This position not only calls for clinical expertise but also the ability to lead and mentor the next generation of healthcare providers.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting health and well-being across South Africa. Its mission is to ensure access to quality healthcare services for all citizens, regardless of their background. By joining this department, you will be contributing to a mandate that emphasizes public service, health equity, and community support. Working within the Department of Health means being part of a larger vision to enhance health outcomes and improve the quality of life for all South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive medical care to paediatric patients, managing a range of conditions effectively.
- Educate and counsel patients and their families on prevention, treatment options, and rehabilitation.
- Acquire and maintain skills in resuscitation and intensive care to support critically ill children.
- Supervise and mentor junior medical staff to enhance their skills and ensure quality patient care.
- Maintain accurate medical records and complete necessary medico-legal documentation.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards set by relevant authorities.
- Participate in outpatient consultations to manage chronic diseases and facilitate long-term follow-up.
- Engage in outreach programs to support healthcare services in surrounding areas of the Free State Province.
- Conduct clinical audits and monitor indicators of clinical effectiveness to improve service delivery.
What You’ll Need
- Senior Certificate/Grade 12.
- Appropriate qualification for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.
- For Grade 1: No experience required after HPCSA registration.
- For Grade 2: Minimum of 5 years relevant experience post-registration.
- For Grade 3: Minimum of 10 years relevant experience post-registration.
- Current annual registration with HPCSA (2026/2027).
- Knowledge of ATLS, APLS, and relevant medical regulations.
- Strong communication skills, empathy, and problem-solving abilities.
- Leadership qualities and the ability to work effectively in a team setting.
- Attention to detail and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
Senior Certificate/ Grade 12.Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.
Initial and current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.
Grade 1: No experience required after registration with the Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.
Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years relevant experience after registration with Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.
Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with Health Profession Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics.
Current annual registration with HPCSA (2026/2027).
Knowledge And Skills: ATLS, APLS.
Medical expertise, clinical competence, medical regulations, research and analysis.
Communication, empathy and compassion.
Problem solving, leadership and teamwork, adaptability and attention to detail.
Job Duties
Patient care and clinical duties: Management of all medical conditions to ensure that a competent service is provided to all patients.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.
Prescribe medications, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and assist in medical procedures and surgeries.
Team leadership: Supervise junior staff in order to provide adequate medical care and to train them to be able to do key medical interventions.
Documentation: Reduce medical litigation by exercising good clinical ethos, complete medico- legal, documentation and maintain accurate medical records.
Compliance and quality: Perform clinical governance and ensure compliance with all legal and statutory requirements with FSDoH, OHSC, HPCSA, CMSA and UFS.
Administrative and operational: Consult patients on an outpatient basis to have optimal chronic disease management and good long term follow up.
Render outreach and support services to other levels of care in our drainage areas (Free State Province).
Perform all reasonable duties as directed by the Head of Department / Head of Clinical Unit.
Conducting clinical audits.
Monitoring and evaluating of relevant clinical effectiveness indicators.
