Key Performance areas
The primary responsibility of the incumbent will be the
- Coordination of the clinical training of medical students in the final two years (MBBCh 5 to MBBCh 6) of the MBBCh degree including the general management of the clinical rotations and integrating processes. This post will have specific focus on the final 2 years of the MBBCh degree.
- Coordination of research training of medical students in the final three years (MBBCh 4 to MBBCh 6) of the MBBCh degree.
- Coordinate and offer advice to the clinical teachers at various hospital sites. Act as a liaison staff member between staff and students to improve and enhance the educational environment for GEMP students.
- Assist the clinical departments with overseeing the allocation of students in the Extended Academic Platform (EAP) ensuring fair allocations across the EAP.
- Assist with organization and review of GEMP course materials (handbooks, notes, etc.).
- Be prepared to work in a variety of settings as determined by the supervisor (the Director of Undergraduate Medical Education).
- The incumbent will be working with medical students in improving their clinical skills through tutorials and practical sessions.
- Will prepare teaching, teaching materials and web pages to support the delivery of the clinical and communication skills programme from MBBCh 5 to final year.
- Participate in assessment process such as MCQs, OSCE and OSPE including setting and marking of these, in particular, the integrated examinations in MBBCh 5 and 6.
- Assist with faculty staff development through workshops to train staff and simulated patients.
The successful applicant must have:
- MBBCh (medical doctor) degree from an accredited South African University
- Post graduate experience and/or qualification (a medical specialist qualification would serve as a strong recommendation)
- Registered, and in good standing, with the HPCSA as an Independent medical practitioner would serve as a strong recommendation
- A South African citizen
- Evidence of a passion for medical education
- At least 5 years experience in:
- teaching in a health sciences discipline at undergraduate level
- a Health science education/ medical education unit at a tertiary institution.
- Academic administrative experience and membership of Faculty/University level committees
- Previous experience with assessment, curriculum development and evaluation and/or student support
- Health professional degree with a Masters degree in Health Sciences Education, completed or nearing completion
- Team player with a heart for collaborative approach to delivering goals.
- Passionate and enthusiastic individual with a strong task focus
- Good administrative skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Positive work attitude and keen to engage with students
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and work as part of the UUME team
- Able to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines
- Good interpersonal skills, tactful, respectful, non-judgmental and punctual
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