About the Role
The Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital is seeking a dedicated Medical Specialist in Vascular or General Surgery to join its esteemed team. Based in the vibrant city of Durban, this role is vital to enhancing the healthcare services provided to the community. As a Medical Specialist, you will play a crucial part in delivering high-quality vascular services not only to the patients at Albert Luthuli Hospital but also across various Durban Metropolitan State Hospitals. Your expertise will significantly influence patient care and the overall health outcomes in the region, making this an incredibly rewarding position within the public service sector.
In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for managing and controlling vascular services and ensuring that clinical, professional, and ethical standards are maintained. You will contribute to the training of undergraduate medical students and allied personnel, fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals. This position offers an opportunity to engage in meaningful community service, conduct outpatient clinics, and collaborate with senior specialists to provide expert opinions, thereby directly impacting the health of the community you serve.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to all South Africans, aiming to promote health and well-being across the nation. The department’s mission focuses on improving healthcare quality, accessibility, and efficiency while also ensuring that healthcare professionals are well-equipped to meet the needs of their patients. Working within this department means you will be part of a team committed to making a real difference in the lives of individuals and communities.
What You’ll Do
- Provide vascular services to all departments at Albert Luthuli Hospital and other relevant Durban Metropolitan State Hospitals.
- Manage and control vascular services as delegated, ensuring high-quality patient care.
- Maintain ethical and professional standards in all clinical practices.
- Offer after-hour care in alignment with the commuted overtime contract.
- Train undergraduate medical students and allied healthcare personnel, participating in formal teaching as required.
- Promote community-oriented services and conduct outpatient clinics.
- Participate in the Quality Improvement Programmes of the Department.
- Engage in clinical research and academic programmes, contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge.
- Organise both academic and clinical service functions, including ward rounds and outpatient clinics.
- Provide academic and clinical administrative leadership and participate in senior management activities within the hospital.
What You’ll Need
- An MBChB Degree and a specialist qualification in General Surgery registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
- Current registration with HPCSA as a certified vascular specialist or general surgeon.
- For Grade 1: No experience required; Registrars who have completed their training may apply with documentary evidence of HPCSA registration.
- For Grade 2: Five years of appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist post-registration.
- For Grade 3: Ten years of appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist post-registration.
- Sound knowledge and experience in surgery, with the ability to teach and supervise junior staff.
- Strong middle management skills, knowledge of research principles, and excellent administrative, decision-making, and communication skills.
- Additional experience or intention to train as a vascular surgeon is beneficial.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
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