MEDICAL OFFICER (GRADE 1,2,3) REF NO: GS 80/23

SALARY : Grade 1: R906 540 per annum
Grade 2: R1 034 373 per annum
Grade 3: R1 197 150 per annum
All-inclusive package consists of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible portion that
may be structured in terms of the applicable rules, Plus Commuted Overtime
which is subject to the needs of the department. Incumbents will have to sign
the commuted overtime contract form annually.
CENTRE : Greys Hospital: Pietermaritzburg Complex
REQUIREMENTS : Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent, MBCHB degree or equivalent
qualification plus Registration certificate with HPCSA as an Independent
Medical Practitioner. Current registration with HPCSA as an Independent
Medical Practitioner. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit
proof of all documents, certificate of service endorsed by HR Department.
Grade 1: Experience: Not Applicable. Foreign qualified candidates require 1
year relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a
recognized Foreign Health Professional Council, of whom it is not required to
perform Community Service, as required in South Africa. Grade 2: Experience:
5 years appropriate experience as a Medical Officer after registration with the
HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner. Foreign candidates require 6 years relevant
experience after registration with a recognized Foreign Health Professional
Council, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required
in South Africa. Grade 3: Experience: 10 years experience after registration
with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner. Foreign qualified candidates require
11 years relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a
recognized foreign health professional council in respect of foreign qualified
employees of whom it is not required performing community service as
required in South Africa. Recommendations: Evidence of capacity to succeed
with the practical and academic requirements of Diagnostic Radiology training
and to successfully compete for a subsequent registrar post. For example:
College of Radiology Part 1 Anatomy and/or Physics exam pass would be an
advantage or Additional relevant exam-assessed qualifications or exam
achievements (for example Part 1 College exam pass in a relevant clinical
speciality). Above average undergraduate academic performance. Evidence of
academic activity relevant to radiology and/or Research experience. Additional
relevant clinical experience. Note that this is an entry level training post,
intended for applicants who have not yet had the opportunity to specialize.
Applicants who have already done Radiology registrar time or Radiology MO
time elsewhere without satisfactory academic progress will not be considered.
The purpose of this post is to give the incumbent the opportunity to gain
experience in Diagnostic Radiology with a view of undertaking the Radiology
Part 1 exams and subsequently applying for a registrar post. Knowledge, Skills
and Experience: Knowledge of clinical medicine as specified by MBCHB
degree. Knowledge of aspects of clinical medicine specific to the practice of
radiology. Ability to work within a team. Sound knowledge of medical ethics.

DUTIES : Participate in the provision of radiological services within the Pietermaritzburg
Metropolitan Hospital complex. Interpret and report radiological procedures
and studies under supervision. Comply with all departmental rules and
regulations. Maintain professional and ethical standards. Participate in the
departmental academic program. Participate in the provision of after hour
radiological services in Pietermaritzburg. Participation in onsite after hour
service is compulsory for medical officers. Candidates appointed at Greys may
be required to perform their overtime at Harry Gwala Regional Hospital. Write
and pass the FC Rad Part 1 exams within 18 months of appointment. The
incumbent must be prepared to rotate between Harry Gwala Regional Hospital
and Greys Hospitals if required.
ENQUIRIES : Dr MNR Memela Tel No: (033) 897 3756
APPLICATIONS : Applications to be forwarded to: The Human Resources Management Office,
Greys Hospital Private Bag X9001, Pietermaritzburg, 3200.
FOR ATTENTION : Mrs M. Chandulal
NOTE : Directions to Candidates: Applicants are not required to submit copies of
qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the
new Z83 form and a detailed curriculum vitae only. The Employment Equity
Target for this post is: African Male and African Female
CLOSING DATE : 16 October 2023

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