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

Nelson Mandela University; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Mandela University seeks a Family Physician to enhance the training of medical students and provide specialist services at district hospitals. The role involves coordinating teaching, mentoring students, and engaging in professional development and research. Ideal candidates will have significant clinical experience and a passion for health education.

Qualifications

• MBChB degree or equivalent, registered as an Independent Practitioner.
• Minimum 5 years clinical work experience, 3 years in teaching.
• Valid code 08 driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate quality teaching and learning for medical students.
• Provide supervision and mentorship at clinical sites.
• Engage in research activities and supervise health science students.

Skills

Knowledge of Primary Health Care

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural diversity management

Education

MBChB degree

Masters or Fellowship in Family Medicine

Postgraduate qualification in Health Professions Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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.

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

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

1. Coordinate the delivery of quality teaching and learning of medical students at the clinical training sites.
2. Coordinate and conduct relevant assessments of students on the clinical platform.
3. Provide supervision and mentorship of students at the clinical sites.
4. Enhance the development of fit-for-purpose primary healthcare-oriented graduates.
5. Foster positive relationships between the university and relevant stakeholders.
6. Provide specialist Family Medicine consultant services at district hospital level.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

The key performance areas include:

1. Developing and managing the clinical training program of medical students at clinical sites.
2. Supporting MBCHB curriculum development regarding Longitudinal Integrated Clerkships (LICs).
3. Supporting and contributing to interprofessional learning and collaborative practice.
4. Engaging in scholarship of higher education.
5. Establishing and building relationships on the distributed clinical platform for the Longitudinal District Hospital Clinical Placement.
6. Supporting clinical services at the district hospital as a consultant Family Physician.
7. Supporting clinical governance at the district hospital as a consultant Family Physician.
8. Working collaboratively with staff and management at clinical sites.
9. Contributing to continuing professional development of health professionals at clinical training sites.
10. Engaging in research activities, including the supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate health science students.

CORE COMPETENCIES

The candidate should possess:

• 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 teaching and development of students.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a team.
• Recognition and management of cultural diversity, establishing trust, credibility, and respect with the medical programme team, students, and clinical staff.
• Experience in engaging with relevant committees, including community engagement.
• Ability to consult, advise, facilitate discussion, and resolve conflicts.

POST REQUIREMENTS

Education

• MBChB degree (or equivalent HPCSA registrable qualification), Masters or Fellowship in Family Medicine.
• Registered with the HPCSA as an Independent Practitioner and as a specialist Family Physician.
• A postgraduate qualification in Health Professions Education may be an advantage.

Experience and Skills

• A minimum of 5 years' 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

Please note that no late applications will be accepted.

Notes to candidates

Candidates must provide a cover letter indicating how their skills match the post requirements and provide a Curriculum Vitae including three referees' names, certified copies of qualifications, HPCSA registration, and Driver’s License. Candidates may be required to give a PowerPoint presentation and participate in recruitment assessments as determined by the university.

Enquiries regarding this post can be directed to: [e-mail]