Head Clinical Unit (Medical) Grade 1 Internal Medicine

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No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to [email protected]. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.

The Z83 form must be fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed.

Leave the following question blank if they are not possession of such:” If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Application must indicate the post reference number on their application.

Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR Unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).

Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity.

People with disabilities, Coloured Males and Females, Indian Males and Females, White Males and Females are encouraged to apply.

Senior/National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery plus MMed (internal Medicine) or FCP(SA)Med or FCP(SA) qualification in Internal Medicine. Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist Physician. Current registration with the HPCSA from 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2027. Grade 1

A minimum of five (5) years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist Physician after registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). An additional qualification in Gastroenterology would be an advantage. A minimum of 3 years' post-specialization experience in clinical gastroenterology practice.

Proven experience in managing and coordinating clinical services with a hospital or academic department. Experience in teaching and learning, supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students. Evidence of research activity and publications in peer-reviewed journals.

A Master's degree or PhD (preferred) in a relevant field. Sound knowledge of government regulations, policies and acts. The ability to interpret and implement policies.

Administrative and management knowledge. Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills. Communication skills (verbal and written).

Organizational, problem-solving and interventional skills. Ability to foster collaboration between the University and Hospital structures. This is a joint appointment between the University of Pretoria (Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Internal Medicine) and Steve Biko Academic Hospital.

The incumbent will be responsible for providing leadership in clinical service delivery, teaching, research, and academic administration within the field of Gastroenterology.

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Gastroenterology unit within both the academic and hospital environments. Oversee and ensure high standards of clinical care, patient safety, and adherence to national and institutional clinical governance standards. Promote excellence in teaching and training of undergraduate medical students, registrars, and sub-specialist trainees.

Stimulate and lead research activities within the Unit and encourage postgraduate supervision and publication. Manage human and financial resources within the Unit efficiently and equitably. Ensure effective communication and collaboration with hospital management, other clinical departments, and external stakeholders.

Represent the Unit on departmental, faculty, and hospital committees. Contribute to policy development, service planning, and continuous improvement initiatives in Gastroenterology. Reports to the Head: Department of Internal Medicine and Clinical Manager, Steve Biko Academic Hospital.

Supervises Consultants, registrars, medical officers, nursing staff, and administrative personnel within the Unit. After-hour emergency standby and call-out for emergency procedures. Effectively perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures on patients.

Effectively perform clinical technology quality control procedures, including the management, calibration and sterilization of medical equipment and clinical supplies, ensuring effective and efficient utilization of resources in the workplace. Supervise and train clinical technology students.

Prof GR Tintinger: 012 354 2112/1211