Head of Clinical Unit Grade 1 : Internal Medicine
Gauteng Department of Health · Gauteng
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- Appropriate qualification MBChB, FCP SA, MMED that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine. HPCSA registration a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine.
- A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA. Knowledge and skills: Assessment and management of patient within the registered specialist field.
- Understanding of basic Human Resource matters, including Labour Relations. Knowledge of legislative prescripts governing Public Service. Good communication, managerial, leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Stress tolerance, working within a team, self-confidence and the ability to build and maintain good relationship are required. Must have a strong record of clinical governance, research and experience of supervision, training, and teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. A publication record will be an added advantage.
Duties
- Offer high quality care to patients by way of efficient coordination of Internal Medicine Services, comprehensive patient care, supervise junior staff and student.
- Conduct grand ward rounds and consultant ward rounds, perform Outpatients Department work.
- Provide intra and interdisciplinary consultations and interfacility referrals, facilitate outreach to lower levels of care.
- Facilitate and conduct down referrals to lower levels of care.
- Organize and supervise clinical and theoretical teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Assist in the implementation of DOH policies and programs. Perform administrative and management duties in the unit.
Closing Date : 11-09-2026