Medical Specialist

Directorate : Internal Medicine (Cardiology) Number of Posts : 1 Package : R 1 341 855 per annum (All-inclusive package) Enquiries : Prof A Mahomed/ Prof N Tsabedze Tel: / Ms M.P. Rapetswa Tel Requirements : : Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with HPCSA as a Medical Physician in Internal Medicine. Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine. No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine. Knowledge and Skills: Sound clinical knowledge and skills in Internal Medicine and Clinical Cardiology. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. Computer literacy. The following will be added advantage: Preference will be given to candidates with experience in research, teaching, and independent practice with HPCSA, registration as a cardiologist will be added advantage Duties : As a consultant, the candidate will be responsible for the clinical management of general medical patients and sub specialist medicine responsibilities. The incumbent will be required to lead operational and academic ward rounds including post-intake, follow-up and grand rounds. As the most senior doctor in the unit, the incumbent will be required to supervise registrars, medical officers, intern doctors and students in patient care and the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Other clinical duties will include managing patients at OPD, managing patients attending the Subspecialty OPD or Speciality Ward Consultations within a relevant Sub-specialty. Perform endoscopy and endoscopic interventions without supervision. Possess the skill and knowledge required to manage a wide variety of cardiology conditions including interventional cardiology like catheter based valve treatmenet, pacemaker and coronary artery care. Function in a multi-disciplinary team. Provide supervision for junior and nursing staff. The desired candidate will be required to set an appropriate example of an exemplary medical practitioner and serve as a role model and clinical mentor to junior doctors and associated clinical staff. Co-ordination of sub specialist services at CMJAH and cluster hospitals for both inpatient and outpatient services. Supervision of the clinical technology service as required. Overseeing the development of appropriate referral pathways and development of services at referral hospitals. ESSENTIAL SKILLS: Patient first mentality; General management skills; Excellent communication skills; Good professional judgement; Integrity and professional dependability; Leadership experience; Conflict management; Cost-containment. Management training and experience; Technology and computer skills; Problem-solving experience; Coaching and mentoring experience; NOTE: We reserve the right not to fill the post. Invited candidates will be subject to employment vetting process and medical surveillance. ACADEMIC: Participation in the academic duties of the Wits Internal Medicine and related Departments/ Sub Specialities. Performance of research within the department. Supervision of research within the department and MMed students. Training and supervision of Senior registrars, Registrars, Medical Officers, Medical Interns and Medical students including tutorials, teaching ward rounds and skills development. The desired candidate will also be required to provide medical support and guidance to nursing staff. Notes : These positions will be joint appointments between the Gauteng Department of Health and the following academic institutions: University of Witwatersrand /University of Pretoria and/ Sefako Makgatho UniversityKindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health.The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals. Employer : Department of Health Location : Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital Closing Date : Criteria Questions Do you have an appropriate qualification that allows for registration with HPCSA as a Medical Physician in Internal Medicine? Do you have registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine? Please Notes : Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful. #J-18808-Ljbffr