MEDICAL OFFICER GRADE 1 TO 3 (SESSIONAL) (20 HOURS PER WEEK) (Contract till 31 March 2029) Cape Winelands Health District

Job Overview

The Cape Winelands Health District is seeking a Medical Officer (Grade 1-3) for a sessional position (20 hours per week) at Langeberg PHC, contracted until 31 March 2029. The role involves providing quality patient care, outreach services, and clinical governance across Robertson and Montagu facilities. Candidates must be registered with the HPCSA and possess skills in emergency care, maternal health, and HIV/TB management. A valid driver's licence is required. Salary is hourly-based depending on grade.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Appropriate qualification allowing registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
• Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
• Grade 1: No experience required for SA qualified; 1 year for foreign qualified.
• Grade 2: Minimum 5 years' experience for SA qualified; 6 years for foreign qualified.
• Grade 3: Minimum 10 years' experience for SA qualified; 11 years for foreign qualified.
• Valid code B/EB driver’s licence.
• Sound knowledge of general medical and surgical conditions at district hospital and PHC level.
• Knowledge of South African TB and HIV care guidelines.
• Computer literacy (MS Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Competence in district-level procedures (caesarean sections, spinal/general anaesthesia, resuscitations).
• Ability to perform outreach services to clinics.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care at Robertson, Montagu Hospital, and surrounding clinics.
• Provide outreach and support services to PHC facilities in the Langeberg sub-district.
• Participate in skills transfer, training, and academic opportunities.
• Involvement in clinical governance of sub-district facilities.

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