Medical Specialist Grade 1 - 3: Obstetric & Gynaecology

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REF NO: MPDOH/OCT/26/1670 REQUIREMENTS: Appropriate qualifications that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (2026). 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: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist (Independent Practice). Minimum of one 1-year relevant experience after registration with a recognized Foreign Professions and / or the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) for foreign qualified employees. Grade: 2: A minimum of five (5) years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist (Independent Practice). A minimum of six (6) years’ relevant experience after registration with a recognized foreign health profession council and / or the HPC SA as a Medical Specialist (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) for qualified foreign employees. Grade 3: A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist (Independent Practice). Minimum of eleven (11) years’ relevant experience after registration with a recognized foreign health profession council and / or the H PCSA as a Medical Specialist (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) for qualified foreign employees. Knowledge, skills, Training and Competences required. Sound knowledge of medical ethics. Multidisciplinary management and teamwork and experience in the respective med ical discipline. Sound clinical knowledge. Competency and skills in general clinical domains. The ability to work independently and under pressure and beyond normal working hours and work with diverse team. Good communication, leadership, interpersonal, and engage when necessary. Knowledge of current health policies, legislation, programs and priorities within the domain. Ability to teach and guide junior staff within the department. Behavioural Attributes: Stress tolerance, to work within a team, self-confidence and the ability to build and maintain good relationship. DUTIES: Supervising the management of and managing Obstetrics & Gynaecology and coordinate services. 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 programs. Assist with clinical audits actively par ticipate in continuous professional development. Provide support to hospital management towards an efficient standard of patient care and services maintained. Comply with the performance Management and Development System (conducting quarterly reviews and final assessment). SALARY: Grade 1: R1 395 528 - R1 479 723 per annum Grade 2: R1 592 274 - R1 688 553 per annum Grade 3: R1 844 151 - R2 301 186 per annum CENTRE: Themba Hospital (Ehlanzeni District) ENQUIRIES: Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087, Ms. Samukelisiwe Mgwenya Tel No: (013) 766 3540 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.

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