General Practitioner - Clinical

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.

Role Summary:
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