Vacancy: HEAD CLINICAL UNIT (MEDICAL) GRADE 1

POST : HEAD CLINICAL UNIT (MEDICAL) GRADE 1
INSTITUTITON : NGWELEZANA TERTIARY HOSPITAL
REFERENCE NO : NGWE 70/2023
DEPARTMENT : ANESTHETIC AND INTENSIVE CARE UNIT
REMUNERATION : R 1 887 3630.00 – R2 001 927.00
OTHER BENEFITS : All-inclusive salary package per annum (70% of basic salary and 30% benefits i.e.
flexible portion that can be structured in terms of applicable rules). Plus 18% In-hospitable
area allowance. Commuted Overtime which is determined by service delivery needs of the
department.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST:
 Senior Certificate / Grade 12
 Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a
Medical Specialist in Anesthetic.
 Appropriate tertiary qualification in the Health Science (MBChB)
 Initial and current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist
in Anesthetic.
 A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist in Anesthetic after registration with the Health
Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist
 Proof of current and previous working experience endorsed by Human Resource department (certificate of service).
 Applicants must submit confirmation letter of relevant experience from their supervisors in an official letterhead of
the employer when they apply.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
 Appropriate specialist procedures and protocols within field of expertise.
 Understanding of basic Human Resource matters including Labour Relations.
 Control of budget, monitoring expenditure and project management.
 Assessment, diagnose and management of patients within the field of expertise.
 Managerial and financial management skills.
 Computer skills.
 Driving skills.
 Problem solving skills.
 Concern of excellence.
 Courtesy and interpersonal relation skills.
 Stress tolerance and innovation skills.
 Awareness of cross-cultural differences.
RECOMMENDATIONS
 Valid driver’s license
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
 Participate in the coordination of anesthetic unit services for the discipline within Region 4 (King Cetshwayo,
Zululand and Umkhanyakude) to ensure equitable distribution of all resources to achieve optimal patient care within
defined levels of institutional responsibility.
 Participate in the development of tertiary services in the entire Region 4 and also to provide clinicians with expert
advice and opinion to aid diagnosis, management and treatment of patients.
 Participate in the provision of vision, strategic direction and inspire employees to deliver excellent, quality health
services.
 Plan and partake in the planning of staff including registrars, medical officers, community services officers, interns
and undergraduate medical students and also support relevant clinical research, clinical trials and CPD activities.
 Render efficient and cost-effective critical care services to patients managed by Ngwelezana Hospital.
 Strengthen clinical governance.
 Participate in the formulation and management of protocols in accordance with departmental policies that will have a
positive impact on staff and ensure that staff is aware and comply with guidelines and procedures.
 Provide measures and guidance on quality assurance to comply with set quality standards.
GROWING KWAZULU-NATAL TOGETHER
 Manage the performance of allocated human resources.
 Ensure that the environment complies with Health and Safety Act, staff adhere to the safety precautions and make
sure that staff is maintained to attain optimal productivity.
 Ensure equipment is maintained and functional at all times.
 Render affective administrative support.
 Provide after hour courage and ensure continuous clinical support to junior staff.
 Attend to meetings and workshops as directed.
 Comply with all legal prescripts, acts, legislative, policies, circulars, procedures, guidelines and code of conduct for
public service.
 Adhere to correct channels of communication as per the hospital organogram.
 Maintain clinical, professional and ethical standards.

ENQUIRIES: Dr. S SEWPERSAD TEL NO: 035-901 7000
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 30 JUNE 2023
Applications should be forwarded to: The Deputy Director: HRM: Mr. MP Zungu
Ngwelezana Tertiary Hospital
Private Bag X 20021
EMPANGENI
3880
OR
Hand delivered to: The Human Resource Department
Ngwelezana Tertiary Hospital
Thanduyise Road
EMPANGENI
3855

 

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