Hillbrow: Medical Officer (Doctor – Locum x2 – Fixed Term Contract – Wits RHI)

About the Role

We are seeking two experienced Medical Officers to join our team at the Wits RHI Research Centre Clinical Research Site (CRS) in Hillbrow, South Africa. As a Locum Doctor, you will be responsible for providing clinical management to participants in clinical trials according to study protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in routine assessment of participants in accordance with the protocols
• Screen and enrol eligible patients in accordance with study protocol and ethical guidelines
• Initiate, maintain and strengthen referral systems via direct interaction
• Review patient vitals, laboratory results, and other study-related findings
• Treat opportunistic infections diagnosed and prescribe appropriate interventions
• Facilitate emergency referrals and coordinate transfers for specialist care as required
• Monitor and manage any adverse events, ensuring proper follow-up of participants
• Conduct regular clinical support to ensure participant care meets HPCSA and Wits RHI standards
• Capture patient data accurately on the Case Report Forms (CRFs) and maintain source documentation
• Attend meetings as required
• Engage and meet with sponsors and Monitors as required

Requirements

• MBBCh degree or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years relevant work experience within a clinical research environment, preferably with TB management experience

Qualifications

• None mentioned in the original job description.