Medical Officer Grade 1

About

Provides medical officer services at Rob Ferreira Hospital. Two posts are available; applicants need an MBChB and current HPCSA registration as a Medical Practitioner in independent practice. Salary: R1 041 402 - R1 121 241 per annum Number of posts: 2 Reference: MPDOH/NOV/26/1691 Duty station: Rob Ferreira Hospital (Ehlanzeni District)

How to apply

Apply online through the Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za. Submit a completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae separately for every post; clearly state the full post description and relevant Post Reference Number. Only online applications will be accepted.

Responsibilities

• To execute duties and functions with proficiency, to support the aims and objectives of the Institution that consistent with standards of patient care.
• Accept responsibility for the management of patients admitted in a level 2/3 package of service facility.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of guidelines and protocols.
• Participate in academic and training programmes.
• Assist with clinical audits actively participate in continuous professional development.
• Provide support to hospital management towards an efficient standard of patient care and services is maintained.

Qualifications

• MBChB degree (qualification) that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
• Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner (2026) (Independent Practice).
• NB: The appointed Medical Officer must be able to work shifts.
• A valid work permit will be required from non-South Africans.
• Sound knowledge of medical ethics.
• Multidisciplinary management and teamwork and experience in the respective medical discipline.
• Knowledge of current Health and Public Service regulations and policies.
• Skills in terms of consultations, history taking, examination, clinical assessment and clinical management.
• Grade 1: No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner (Independent Practice).
• Minimum of 1-year relevant experience after registration with a recognised Foreign Health Professions and / or the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner (Independent Practice) for foreign qualified employees.
• Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competences Required: Sound knowledge of medical ethics.
• Multidisciplinary management and teamwork and experience in the respective medical discipline.
• Sound clinical knowledge, competency and skills in general clinical domains.
• The ability to work under supervision as an efficient team member.
• Good communication, leadership, interpersonal, and supervisory skills.