About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Sub-Speciality: Paediatric) to join the esteemed team at Tygerberg Hospital, located in Parow Valley, Cape Town. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive clinical services in Paediatric Critical Care, ensuring that the youngest and most vulnerable patients receive the highest level of medical attention. Your contributions to this role will not only enhance patient care but also play a crucial part in the ongoing development of pediatric healthcare within the community.
This position is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to impact the lives of children and their families in South Africa. By engaging in clinical teaching and research, you will help foster a new generation of medical professionals while advancing the field of Paediatric Critical Care. The work you do here will resonate throughout the community, making a significant difference to countless lives.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to improving the health and well-being of all South Africans. Its mission encompasses a wide range of services and initiatives aimed at promoting healthcare access, improving patient outcomes, and ensuring the provision of quality medical care. Working within this department means being part of an organization that values compassion, innovation, and community engagement, making every day meaningful as you contribute to the public service.
What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive clinical services in Paediatric Critical Care.
- Teach and mentor medical students and junior staff in Paediatric Critical Care.
- Engage in research activities to advance the field of Paediatric Critical Care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated patient care.
- Support the ecosystem surrounding paediatric healthcare services.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate qualification allowing registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
- Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
- For Grade 1: No experience required post-registration.
- For Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience as a Medical Specialist.
- For Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ relevant experience as a Medical Specialist.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Experience in Paediatric Critical Care, specifically with post-cardiac surgery patients.
- Ability to function independently at a specialist level.
- An interest in Paediatric Critical Care research.
- Proficiency in working within multidisciplinary teams and computer literacy (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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 a Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
Inherent requirement of the job: A valid driver’s license.
Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate experience working in Paediatric Critical Care.
Appropriate experience in Paediatric 196 Critical Care of post-cardiac surgery patients.
Ability to function independently at a level of a Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
Demonstrated interest in Paediatric Critical Care research.
Working with multi-disciplinary teams.
Computer literacy (e.
g.
Word, Exel, PowerPoint, etc.
).
Job Duties
To render a comprehensive clinical service in Paediatric Critical Care.To provide clinical teaching in Paediatric Critical Care.
To engage in Paediatric Critical Care research.
Ecosystem support.
