Psychiatry jobs

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

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

ENQUIRIES

Dr. Tinashe N. Mangozho (Tinashe.Mangozho@westerncape.gov.za).

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Clinical experience in a district or regional hospital providing comprehensive psychiatric care. Ability to work in a professional team. Post-internship experience in psychiatry (under onsite supervision of a registered psychiatrist), including clinical experience with completion of MHCA forms. Ability to achieve and maintain good interpersonal relations with staff, patients and their families. Completion of /or exemption from South African Community Service. Good interpersonal, administrative, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. Display empathy for patients, promote advocacy and facilitate holistic treatment. Good time management.

EXPERIENCE

Grade1: None after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA-qualified employees. 1-year 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. 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 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.

NOTE

“Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/ OUTPUTS)

Provide a high-quality clinical service to patients and their families. Supervision of medical interns to ensure quality of care and good clinical outcomes. Interaction with (and supervision of where necessary) nursing staff, allied professionals and students. Informal teaching and training of junior staff in the course of clinical work. Clinical teaching of undergraduate medical students and nurses. Effective and efficient administration of clinical services. Administration of medical officer rosters. Improve professional competence by regular self-learning and reflection with the application of current evidence.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Applicants must be willing to provide after-hours emergency service on a duty roster. Willingness to participate in after hour duties – including weekends and public holidays.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.