Job Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedics. Registration with a Professional Council: Registration as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedics with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedics. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedics. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Orthopaedics. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid Driver’s licence. Willingness to perform commuted overtime and standby
Duties
Provide safe, ethical and high quality of care through the development of standards and risk assessments in the area clinical setting of Orthopaedics. Provide a full package of services including after hour service. Develop, maintain and audit the correct implementation of clinical protocols and guidelines. Implement and maintain an efficient effective and seamless service delivery process within the hospital and referring facilities. Plan and provide continuous medical education to multidisciplinary team members. Manage and direct performance of junior staff within the area of control. Align clinical service delivery plans with hospital plans and priorities. Provide specialist services and support to the clinical head of unit. Ensure compliance with national core standards. Participate in the continued medical education programme at the institution. Participate in the extended management activities. Develop, implement and monitor quality improvement programs. Develop and participate in outreach programmes. Support a functional referral system that ensures a seamless health service.
What is the Salary
Grade 1: R1 395 528 per annum Grade 2: R1 592 274 per annum Grade 3: R1 844 151 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs)
Location
New Somerset Hospital
How to Apply
Dr Stewart Mears Tel No: (021) 402-6197 or email: Stewart.Mears@westerncape.gov.za
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Apply Before:
5/25/2026
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Additional Information
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this