Medical Officer (Psychiatry)

Job purpose:

To take responsibility for diagnoses and management of mental health disorders and general
medical conditions. The incumbent will be responsible for the provision of patient-centered, holistic and
evidence-based care to a defined population. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the incumbent will provide
clinical guidance and support to other members of the team.

Minimum Requirements:
? Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB).
? 5 years’ experience in community service
? 3 years’ experience of working with chronic mental health care users in a hospital setting
? Registered with HPCSA
Key Responsibilities:
? Provide in-patient treatment for both psychiatric and medical conditions in accordance with evidencebased
clinical protocols, guidelines and relevant legislation.
? Examine patients to assess general physical condition, mental health disorders and intervene
appropriately
? Record patient medical histories and document examination results, treatment plans, and patients'
outcomes.
? Consult or refer to appropriate levels of care and/or other healthcare providers when necessary.
? Provide both offsite and onsite after-hours services (on-call services)
? Collaborate with other healthcare professionals (multidisciplinary team) to plan, provide and
coordinate care.
? Ensure that liaison with other health professionals is maintained.
? Ensure that the rights, dignity, confidentiality and privacy of patients are maintained at all times.
? Support and participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
? Identify the developmental needs of others and coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve
their knowledge or skills.
? Engage in CPD activities and any other programmes that support continuous learning
? Uphold to Company Values.

Only interested candidates with the relevant qualifications and experience
as well as adhering to the minimum requirements are invited to apply.