Medical Officer, Private Practice, Gqeberha – REF# IMR065-MO

An established specialist paediatric pulmonology practice in the Eastern Cape is seeking a Medical Officer to provide clinical support in both hospital and outpatient settings.

This position is available on a full-time basis or initially for a six-month period, with the possibility of extension depending on the practice's ongoing requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with a specialist Paediatric Pulmonologist, assisting with the assessment, management and ongoing care of paediatric patients.

This opportunity would suit a Medical Officer with paediatric experience or an interest in paediatrics who is comfortable working in a busy clinical environment and enjoys being part of a specialist team.

Roles and Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Conduct paediatric assessments and consultations under appropriate clinical supervision.
• Attend to paediatric patients in hospital and assist with their ongoing management.
• Assist with outpatient consultations and follow-up care.
• Monitor patients and provide continuity of care.
• Develop and implement appropriate management plans in consultation with the treating specialist.
• Liaise with parents and caregivers regarding patients' conditions and treatment.
• Liaise with other medical specialists and healthcare professionals when required.
• Attend to referrals and follow-up consultations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records.
• Assist with the day-to-day clinical workload of the practice.
• Work collaboratively with the Paediatric Pulmonologist and practice team.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centred care.
• Escalate clinical concerns appropriately and seek specialist input when required.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
• Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Appropriate experience as a Medical Officer.
• Previous paediatric experience would be advantageous.
• Hospital-based experience would be beneficial.
• Good clinical assessment and communication skills.
• Comfortable working with children and their parents or caregivers.
• Ability to work independently while recognising when specialist input is required.

Skills and attributes:

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Professional, reliable and compassionate approach to patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient-centred approach with a commitment to quality healthcare.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a specialist team.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage clinical responsibilities in a busy environment.
• Sound judgement and the ability to recognise and escalate clinical concerns appropriately.
• Commitment to maintaining accurate clinical records and professional standards.

Contract: Full-time locum/fixed-term

Duration: Six months

Location: Eastern Cape

Extension: Possible, subject to ongoing practice requirements and mutual agreement

Only candidates who meet all the minimum requirements stipulated in the advert, will be considered. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.