| | Exciting Opportunity: Two-Year Trauma Fellowship at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital
Join the esteemed Trauma Unit within the renowned Department of Surgery at the University of the Witwatersrand. We are seeking a dedicated individual for a prestigious Two-Year Trauma Fellowship position, offering a pathway to becoming a proficient trauma surgeon. About Us: The Trauma Unit at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital is at the forefront of trauma care, delivering excellence in surgical intervention and patient care. As an integral part of the University of the Witwatersrand’s Department of Surgery, we uphold the highest standards of academic and clinical excellence. The program includes rotation at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital |
| | Position Details: - Duration: Two Years
- Commitment: Overtime expected, including after-hours on-site calls
- Training: Comprehensive fellow training in trauma surgery, adhering to the standards set by the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa
Responsibilities Include: - Clinical work and supervision across all unit aspects: casualty, ward, ICU, and theatre procedures
- Teaching and mentoring registrars and medical students, with involvement in exam setting and marking
- National and regional level teaching opportunities
- Active participation in research with a minimum of one publication per annum and supervision of MMeds
- Presentation at congresses, both physical and virtual
- Outreach activities to cluster hospitals referring to CMJAH
Unit Management Responsibilities: - Coordination among unit managers, resolution of management issues, and formulation/enforcement of unit protocols
- Data support and management, proficiency in computing skills
University Activities: - Engagement in university activities as per unit/university needs
Minimum Requirements: - MBBChB (or South African Equivalent)
- FCS (SA)
- Full registration with the HPCSA as a specialist General Surgeon
If you are driven, passionate, and ready to make a significant impact in the field of trauma surgery, we encourage you to apply. This fellowship offers a unique opportunity for personal and professional growth in a dynamic and supportive environment. Closing Date: 10-06-2024 For further information, please contact Professor Moeng: maeyane.moeng@wits.ac.za |
| | Please apply via i-Recruitment: https://irec.wits.ac.za by 10th June 2024 Submit a cover letter, a detailed CV with names, addresses, contact numbers and e-mail addresses of 3 referees via i-Recruitment https://irec.wits.ac.za |
