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POST 08/396 : MEDICAL SUB-SPECIALIST: INTERNAL MEDICINE (NEPHROLOGY): GRADE1-3
This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 20 Mar 2026.
Key details
Job Highlight
Requirements
Experience
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Adult Nephrology.
Grade 2: 5 years after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Adult Nephrology (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as Medical Specialist in Adult Nephrology.
Grade 3: 10 years after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Adult Nephrology (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as Medical Specialist in Adult Nephrology.
Knowledge And
Skills
SKILLS: Experience in teaching and learning medical students and registrars.
Knowledge of Public Service legislation, policies and procedures.
Excellent time management, written and verbal communication skills and report writing skills.
Good interpersonal skills with colleagues and other departments.
Honesty, integrity and high work ethics.
Duties
Diagnose and manage patients with hypertension and kidney disease.
Manage patients on various forms of kidney replacement therapy.
Oversee kidney transplantation evaluation process and render post-transplant care.
Participate in performing minor surgical procedures such as kidney biopsies, haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis catheter insertions.
Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams where necessary.
Facilitate patient education and awareness programs.
Actively participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching according to the prescription curriculum for medical education.
Train and guide junior staff in performing medical procedures.
Oversee the running of the satellite dialysis unit by periodically visiting those units to provide a consultation service and training.
Provide virtual consultation service for the satellite dialysis units for emergencies.
Become a member of the committees as required, and contribute meaningfully.
Supervise research of undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Participate in departmental research and clinical trials.
How to apply
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