Qualifications and Competencies: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Practitioner. Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Practitioner. A minimum of three (3) years appropriate experience as an Independent Medical Practitioner after registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Medical Practitioner. Experience as head of clinical services will 186 Page 187 be an added advantage. All applicants must be South African citizens or permanent residents. Inherent requirements of the job: Willingness to do after hours work and be on call including shift work. Valid driver’s license with the exception of applicants with disabilities. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of current Health and Public Services Legislation, Regulations and Policies. Sound clinical knowledge. Sound Medical Ethics with emphasis on budget control. Solid background of Epidemiology or demonstrative ability to use health information for planning. Sound knowledge of Human Resource Management and Quality Assurance Programmes.

Lead and manage the Medical and Health Care Services, ensuring the continuum of care in the Geographical service area of the hospital as well as appropriate referral. Ensure clinical governance, clinical guidelines and adherence to clinical protocols. Coordinate clinical responsibilities of Medical Practitioners and Allied Health personnel including the management and implementation of outreach and in-reach to the geographical service area. Ensure in-service training and supervision to all health care providers. Participate in the Quality Improvement Programme of the Department and the hospital and ensure that policies and procedures are followed. Allocate and manage resources, both human and financial. Monitor key performance indicators and plan quality improvement strategies to address the gaps.

about the advertised posts should be directed to Mr M Malale at Tel No: (015) 293 6345/6554/6017 during office hours.