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Medical Advisor (HIV/TB Specialist) (Gert Sibande)
Work as a consulting doctor in Primary Health Care Clinics.
Provision of good quality, patient-centered and community orientated care for all patients.
Promote and ensure good continuity of care
Examine, investigate, diagnose and oversee the treatment of patients, including Chronic ailments, TB, patients for ARVs, sick children, antenatal patients and mental health care users etc.
Participate in and support CPD (Continuous Professional Development) and training of PHC doctors and nurses.
Provide medical support to PHC clinical staff.
Ensure that relevant patient’s statics are maintained.
Maintain accurate health records in accordance with Legal Ethical considerations.
Provide preventive health interventions and measures to promote health.
Handle disability grant assessments. Perform duties as delegated by supervisor.
Be accountable to the Clinic Operational Manager, Medical Manager and DCST Family Physician, where applicable.
Requirements
Required Minimum Education and Experience
Matric/ Senior Certificate (Grade 12)
MBCHB Medical Degree
Registration with the HPCSA as an Independent Medical Practitioner
Current registration certificate with the HPCSA.
2 years medical experience after Community Service.
Valid driver’s license
Sound knowledge, experience and clinic skills in General Medicine, but especially in the following fields: Primary Health Care Antenatal care Child Health and IMCI HIV Medicine TB Medicine
Noncommunicable Diseases Emergency care
Good communication and leadership skills
Knowledge and understanding of Batho Pele Principles
Patients’ Rights Charter Ability to work as part of the PHC Team Sound Medical ethics
Diploma in HIV Care or Family Medicine would be an advantage.