Medical Officer | Affinity Health

Affinity Health Job Vacancies – Medical Officer Vacancies

A Medical Insurance Company in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a dedicated Medical Officer to provide confidential clinical advice, review medical reports, and devise treatment plans for patients.

Key Tasks

• Initiate and analyze treatment plans.
• Review medical reports and devise appropriate treatment plans.
• Explain and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients.
• Monitor patient progress and response to treatments.
• Diagnose and manage chronic disease patients in accordance with scheme rules and protocols.
• Provide confidential clinical advice to patients.
• Manage primary healthcare patients referred by The Medical Society clinicians.
• Refer patients to other providers when necessary.
• Conduct tele-consultations with patients beyond the nurse’s scope.

When the job will be performed

• Monday – Friday: 08:00 – 17:00
• Occasional Saturdays

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree.
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Official license to practice.

Desirable Qualifications

• MSc or Diploma in Clinical Trials.
• Diploma in Occupational Health.

Essential Experience

• Minimum three years’ experience within general practice.

Desirable Experience

• Exposure to clinical trials.
• Previous experience in oncology, HIV, and diabetes management.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong clinical and business acumen.
• Leadership and management abilities.
• Effective communication skills across all levels.

Attributes

• Team player.
• Compassionate.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently.
• Self-motivated.
• Capable of working under pressure.
• Good time management skills.
• Honest, hardworking, and humble.