(Consist of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible Portion that may be structured in terms of applicable rules). Other Benefits: (Medical Aid Optional) Plus 18% Inhospitable Area.
CENTRE : Ladysmith Regional Hospital
REQUIREMENTS :
MBChB degree or equivalent, plus an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine. Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of registration for (2026 (HPCSA). Recommendation: A valid driver's license.
Experience:
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine.
Grade 2: Minimum of 5 years' appropriate experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Internal medicine).
Grade 3: Minimum of 10 years' appropriate experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Internal medicine).
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies: Good communication, leadership, interpersonal and decision making qualities. Sound knowledge of applicable health and Public service legislation policies, clinical guidelines, professional ethics, patient safety and clinical governance requirements. Ability to lead, supervise, mentor and teach Medical officers, Interns, students and members of the multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of current Health legislation and policies at Public Institutions. Ability to diagnose and manage common medical problems including emergencies.
DUTIES :
Provide clinical teaching, supervision and mentorship to medical officers, interns, nurses and other relevant staff. Develop, implement and review clinical policies, protocols and evidence-based quality improvement initiatives. Uphold professional, ethical, patient-safety and clinical standards in the Internal Medicine Department. Participate in clinical governance, mortality and morbidity reviews, clinical audits and risk management.
Provide comprehensive inpatient, outpatient and emergency specialist Internal Medicine services. Perform administrative and clinical management duties as delegated by the Head of Clinical Unit. Lead and monitor quality improvement projects, remedial action plans and measurable service outcomes. Provide timely, effective regional-level specialist consultation, referral advice and multidisciplinary patient care.
Contribute to undergraduate, postgraduate and in-service training, assessment and professional development. Establish and manage specialist Internal Medicine clinics according to service needs. Participate in commuted overtime and provide after-hours specialist supervision and emergency support. Carry out delegated responsibility and support the Head of Clinical Unit in service coordination. Participate in departmental and hospital management, operational planning and performance reviews.
Participate in clinical research, regional outreach, referral coordination and professional academic activities. Ensure accurate clinical documentation, appropriate patient communication and ethical professional conduct. Support workforce development and the effective use of human, financial and clinical resources.