Job Description

• • Job Title: General Practitioner
    Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
    Standard hours: 08:00 - 17:00 daily; rotational shifts possible

    About the Organisation:
    This healthcare provider specialises in preventative screening and diagnostic services, combining AI-powered tools with patient-focused consultations. Their approach blends innovation and accessibility, aiming to deliver accurate health insights in a warm, respectful, and culturally aware setting. Professionals in this environment work across multiple disciplines to deliver early detection and comprehensive guest care.

    
    The General Practitioner plays a pivotal role in interpreting advanced diagnostic imaging results and providing compassionate, informative consultations. This includes reviewing AI-supported imaging data, advising patients on next steps, and coordinating specialist referrals. A strong focus is placed on preventative care, health education, and high-quality clinical engagement.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Interpret diagnostic results from AI-supported tools, including oral imaging, mammography, and CT scans
    • Communicate medical findings clearly and empathetically to patients, ensuring understanding of conditions and treatment options
    • Provide preventive health guidance tailored to individual risk factors (e.g. oral hygiene, cancer screening follow-ups)
    • Educate patients on the importance of regular screenings and long-term health practices
    • Refer patients to appropriate specialists (e.g. oncologists, dentists) for complex diagnoses
    • Accurately maintain patient records in digital systems in line with POPIA requirements
    • Collaborate with radiologists, dentists, nurses, and other clinical teams to deliver holistic care
    • Ensure compliance with hygiene and safety protocols, as per healthcare regulations
    • Engage in continuous professional development (minimum 30 CPD points annually)

    Qualifications:

    • Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB or equivalent) from an HPCSA-accredited institution
    • Additional training in AI-based diagnostic tools or imaging interpretation advantageous
    • HPCSA registration as a Medical Practitioner (essential)
    • Valid annual HPCSA practising certificate

    Experience:

    • 1-3 years post-internship experience in primary care or diagnostic environments
    • Familiarity with imaging modalities (e.g. CT, mammography, oral imaging) preferred
    • Experience in private healthcare or patient-facing roles beneficial

    Skills:

    • Proficiency in interpreting diagnostic results and using AI-supported tools
    • Empathetic, clear communicator able to explain complex concepts accessibly
    • Accuracy in digital record-keeping and confidentiality under POPIA
    • Effective collaborator across multidisciplinary teams

    Core Competencies:

    • Clinical expertise in primary care and diagnostic interpretation
    • Patient-centric approach with compassion and respect
    • Technical adaptability to advanced imaging platforms
    • Strong verbal and written communication
    • Cultural sensitivity in patient interactions
    • Precision in documentation and result interpretation
    • Willingness to engage in ongoing learning and CPD

    Regulatory & Compliance Requirements:

    • Maintain active HPCSA registration and comply with professional ethics
    • Ensure strict adherence to POPIA for all patient data
    • Follow hygiene and infection control protocols as required by the Department of Health
    • Complete at least 30 CPD points annually, including ethics
    • Work within BCEA guidelines (e.g., 54-hour week with overtime provision in a 6-day cycle)

    Working Conditions:

    • On-site role based at a central diagnostic facility in Cape Town
    • Single shift: 08:00 - 17:00 (9 hours including meal break)
    • Regular patient interaction requiring professionalism and empathy
    • Minimal biohazard exposure due to strong safety protocols
    • Compliance with uniform and hygiene standards essential