Job Description

Responsible for the provision of medical and health services to employees within Tongaat Hulett Zimbabwe.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Manages and implements day-to-day patient care through:
Carrying out medical examinations and treatment for both patients in the wards and out-patients.
Diagnosing and making prognoses of medical condition.
Carrying out daily ward rounds.
Compiling and maintaining up to date case records and as well as medical reports.
Operative care on elective and emergency cases.
Recommending emergency referrals for patients.
Safety, Health and Environmental Health Awareness:
Enforces adherence to Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) requirements and standard regulations applicable to the area of responsibility.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB).
ATLS and ACLS certification will be an added advantage.
Full and current registration as a Medical Officer with the Medical and Dental Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe.
Familiarity with Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment management systems.
At least five years of practical experience in all major disciplines of medicine including general medicine, surgery, pediatrics, obstetrics, anesthetics and casualty.
Possession of a clean class 4 driver’s license.

Technical Competencies

Advanced ability to ensure the highest standards in patient care and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Clinical Skills and risk management experience.
Evidence-based practice
Occupational Health and Safety
Quality Assurance
Legal and Ethical Aspects of Care

Behavioural Competencies

Maintain professionalism, patient confidentiality and adhere to medical ethics/integrity
Ability to keep abreast of advancements in the field of specialization
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Good problem-solving abilities.
Collaboration
Adaptability
Compassion