Medical Specialist Grade 1 To 3 (urology) – Observatory – Department Of Health

About the Role

The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 in Urology to join the esteemed team at Groote Schuur Hospital, located in Observatory, Cape Town. This role is crucial for ensuring the delivery of high-quality urological care and contributes significantly to the health and well-being of the community. As a Medical Specialist, you will play a vital part in both the training of undergraduates and postgraduates, as well as advancing the research agenda in the Division of Urology, making a meaningful impact on public health.

At Groote Schuur Hospital, renowned for its commitment to excellence in patient care, you will engage in a variety of responsibilities that range from performing intricate urological surgeries to overseeing surgical clinics and emergencies. This position offers the opportunity to work alongside a team of skilled professionals dedicated to improving patient outcomes and innovating practices in urology. Being part of this prestigious institution means you’ll help shape the future of healthcare in South Africa while enhancing your professional skills.

About the Department

The Department of Health is at the forefront of public health in South Africa, committed to promoting health, preventing disease, and ensuring access to quality healthcare services. With a mission to improve health outcomes for all citizens, the department plays a pivotal role in developing healthcare policies, implementing programs, and fostering partnerships that aim to enhance the health system. Working in such an impactful environment allows professionals to contribute to the health and development of communities, making a real difference in people’s lives.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to the education and training of medical students and residents in urology.
• Organise and facilitate surgical skills training courses for healthcare professionals.
• Oversee day surgery, surgical clinics, and respond to surgical emergencies.
• Perform major urology surgeries, including laparoscopic, trauma, endourological, and oncological procedures.
• Manage specialist urological patients both at Groote Schuur Hospital and affiliated hospitals like Eerste River and Western Cape Rehabilitation Hospitals.
• Provide outpatient consulting services to ensure comprehensive patient care.

What You’ll Need

• An appropriate qualification allowing registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Urology.
• Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Urology.
• For Grade 1: No experience required post HPCSA registration.
• For Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years of appropriate experience post HPCSA registration.
• For Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years of appropriate experience post HPCSA registration.
• Competence in performing urological surgeries at a tertiary level and experience in adult and paediatric urology, including renal transplantation.
• Research experience in urology.

How to Apply

Applications are submitted online via the instructions provided below.