Health Science students.

CORECOMPETENCIES

• Knowledge and understanding of Primary Health Care and the District Health System in South Africa
• Knowledge, skills and expertise appropriate for a specialist Family Physician.
• Experience in teaching undergraduate health professional students.
• Interest and engagement in Health Professions Education.
• Ability to work flexibly in cross-functional teams in the teaching and development of students in the Medical School and Faculty of Health Sciences.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and able to work in team
• Recognise and deal with cultural diversity, and establish trust, credibility and respect with the medical programme team, medical students and the clinical team at the district hospital.
• Experience in engaging with relevant committees including community engagement
• Ability to consult and provide advice, facilitate discussion, and resolve any areas of conflict.

POSTREQUIREMENTS

Education

MBChB degree (or equivalent HPCSA registrable qualification) Masters or Fellowship in Family Medicine

Registered with the HPCSA as an Independent Practitioner  Registered with the HPCSA as a specialist Family Physician..

A postgraduate qualification in Health Professions Education may be an advantage.

Experience and skills

A minimum of 5 year’s clinical work experience as an independent Medical Practitioner in South African  public and/or private health facilities.

A minimum of 3 years’ work experience in teaching and learning.  Valid code 08 driver’s license.

Computer literacy in Microsoft Office packages

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Closing date:

Please note that no late applications will be accepted.

Notes to candidates

Candidates must provide a cover letter indicating exactly how their skills match to the post requirements  and provide a Curriculum Vitae including the names of three referees, certified copies of their  qualifications, HPCSA registration, and Driver’s License.

Candidates may be required to give a PowerPoint presentation and participate in such recruitment and  selection assessments as determined by the university.’

Enquiries and details regarding this post may be directed to Nelson Mandela University
Senior Lecturer/Lecturer Clinical Co-Ordinator District Hospital Health Sciences position available in South Africa, South Africa. This job position was posted by Nelson Mandela University. The job has been posted as a premium ad on 2025-02-25 at 13:40:05 in the Professions category