Registrar (Medical) (4-Year Contract) Jobs

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective and efficient forensic autopsy services.
• Handle forensic pathology case follow-ups efficiently.
• Manage administration and medico-legal duties.
• Oversee the management of the service area effectively.
• Deliver training, teaching, and operational research that meets academic standards.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Medical Practitioner.
• Current registration with the HPCSA as an Independent Medical Practitioner.
• Knowledge of how a Forensic Medicine Department works, plus a commitment to ongoing learning and skill improvement.
• Ability to follow instructions from consultants, stick to divisional protocols, and meet safety standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills suitable for a Registrar in Forensic Pathology Services.
• Participate in academic activities, such as case presentations, conferences, research, and other divisional events.
• Clear and discreet communication skills, both in person and in writing.
• Work well in a team at all levels.
• Be willing to travel to other Forensic Pathology Service facilities if needed to support service delivery.
• Consult with the responsible consultant when unsure about a case or issue.
• A valid Code B/EB driver’s license is required.
• The successful candidate must participate in a system of remunerated commuted overtime and provide proof of after-hours work.
• Registrars must register as postgraduate students with Stellenbosch University, as per the discipline’s requirements.
• Preference will be given to South African citizens or permanent residents.

Additional Information

• No payment is required to apply for this position.
• Candidates without the required registration can apply but must provide proof of application and payment for registration fees by the interview date.
• Applications will be considered for similar vacancies in the Forensic Pathology Service, Division of Forensic Medicine at Stellenbosch University, for three months from the advert date, if the job title, functions, requirements, and salary match.

Salary: R1,001,349 to R1,046,763 per annum. A portion of the package can be structured based on individual needs.

Application Method

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official channels provided by the Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness.

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