A vacancy exists for an Occupational Medical Practitioner at various mines and smelters in the Northwest Province in the vicinity of Rustenburg and Marikana, reporting to the Business Manager. The successful candidate will be required to work 25 hours a week.

The main purpose of this position is to be responsible for the management and provision of Occupational, Primary Healthcare, Emergency Care Services, at mine, smelters in the area.

Critical Outputs
To manage and provide quality professional Occupational, Primary Healthcare and Emergency Care services, at the Client’s
To maintain an Occupational Health Risk Management Programme at the Client’s site
To assist with on-going development, implementation, and evaluation of the on-site Occupational Health Programme.
To conduct health risk assessments, compile related feedback reports and assist with development and implementation of a risk based medical surveillance programme and matrix.
To conduct medical examinations, assessment of medical surveillance results and identification of health trends with feedback to Client on proactive or preventative measures.
To assist with work related clinical matters, fitness and return to work assessments and incapacity assessments and management.
To assist with injuries on duty and medical emergencies, also after hours (telephonic availability) Travel to the site with relevant cases.
To assume responsibility for the functional clinical and medical assessments and daily management of patients.
To advise the client on Occupational, Primary, General Health and legislative related matters.
To assist with monthly and quarterly feedback to Client, which include compiling or reports and facilitate feedback meetings.
To facilitate the implementation of all related legislative requirements.
To assist with the updating of policies, procedures, and protocols, in line with current or changing legislation.
Legal appointment in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act.

Requirements

MBChB and at least 5 years’ experience as Medical Practitioner.
Diploma or Degree in Occupational Health and at least 3 year’
Current ATLS & ACLS certificates and registration.
Registration with HPCSA and SASOM.
Knowledge of mining legislation and experience in Occupational Healthcare, mining, would be an
Dispensing Licence.
Own transport will be required.
Computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Up to date CPD points – monthly submission of report.
Professional Indemnity Insurance.
Attending all training required.

Competencies

Resilience
Problem-solving, analysis and judgment
Teamwork
Influencing skills
Business insight
Leadership
Drive and energy.
Excellence orientation
Ethical behavior
Building relationships & networking Customer responsiveness
Verbal & written communication skills

Please Send your resume/CV