Category: Cousrses

CAREER94 COURSES: MEDICAL SPECIALIST GRADE 1 TO 3 (RADIATION ONCOLOGY)

SALARY : Grade 1: R1 341 855 per annum

Grade 2: R1 531 032 per annum
Grade 3: R1 773 222 per annum
A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s
personal needs. (It will be expected of the successful candidate to participate
in a system of remunerated commuted overtime).

CENTRE : Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows
registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as
Medical Specialist in Radiation Oncology. Registration with a Professional
Council: Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Radiation
Oncology.

Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as
Medical Specialist in Radiation Oncology. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’
appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA
(or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign
qualified employees) as Medical Specialist in Radiation Oncology. Grade 3: A
minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after
registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council
in respect of foreign qualified employees) as Medical Specialist in Radiation
Oncology.

Inherent requirements of the job: Participate in the after-hours call
system. Commuted overtime is compulsory.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge and experience of modern radiotherapy planning and treatment,
including 3D CRT, VMAT planning and treatment, chemotherapy administration
and management of side effects, and biological therapy, as well as experience
in palliative care is required. To lead and run an efficient and cost-effective colorectal, hepato-biliary and thyroid combined Oncology service at Groote Schuur
Hospital. Computer literacy (MS Office). ACLS or ATLS course training. GCP
(Good Clinical Practice) training.

DUTIES : Take on additional clinics in times of need and create/update treatment
guidelines for all clinics. Take on administrative and/or management roles
within the department as required. Conduct appropriate clinical audits and
appropriate clinical research within the department to stay abreast of clinical
development. Support major referral centres in drainage areas eg. George
Hospital, Vredenburg Hospital, Mitchell’s Plain Hospital, by doing outreach and
supporting competencies in the District Health Care System to manage
patients and referrals appropriately. Participate in departmental outreach
teaching initiatives such as Access to Care radiotherapy teaching program.

Involved in CMSA teaching and training and assessment. Supervise, teach and
assess registrars and Mmed projects according to best practice standards.

ENQUIRIES : Prof J Parkes Tel No: (021) 404-4265

APPLICATIONS : Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

NOTE : No payment of any kind is required when applying for the post. Candidates who
are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also
apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition
that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and
proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are
submitted on or before the day of the interview.

This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must
apply for change in registration status). Please ensure that you attach an
updated CV.

CLOSING DATE : 10 JULY 2025