Medical Officer

Purpose of role:

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

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