Senior Lecturer/Lecturer Clinical Co-ordinator District Hospital Health Sciences

SUMMARY:
This post reports to the Head of Family Medicine at Nelson Mandela University. The key responsibilit

POSITION INFO:

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.

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

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