Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3 (Emergency Medicine) at Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

Minimum Educational Qualification:

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner.

Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs):

• Ensure an efficient and cost-effective clinical service of high quality with a patient centered focus and addressing the burden of disease in the Worcester health ecosystem (Rural Central Ecosystem). Ensure governance compliance by maintaining high quality clinical records, and participating in national, provincial and unit-based improvement strategies. Financial management by effective and efficient use of resources. Adhere to requirements for all HR matters and Code of Conduct.

Experience:

• Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 6 years relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Grade 1: None after registration as a Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as a Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 11 years relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

• Proven knowledge and experience in appropriate general patient management, including diagnosing, stabilizing, treating and patient disposal. Proven knowledge of public health policies, guidelines and related prescripts to manage patients and resources effectively. Proven experience in principles of planning, organizing and implementation. Competent and willing to work across disciplines if required.

Closing date: 2026/02/06 17:00:00