Medical Officer (Doctor - Wits PHRU)

Overview

Background : The Perinatal HIV Research Unit (Wits PHRU) was established in 1996. The Perinatal HIV Research Unit has been involved in research, training, policy formation, and advocacy in issues concerning HIV-positive women and their children. In recent years, the work of the unit has expanded beyond the original focus of mother-to-child transmission of HIV.

Main purpose of the job

To provide comprehensive medical care / clinical support to patients enrolled in treatment and prevention programs at the PHRU and to participants enrolled into clinical trials at the unit.

Location

PHRU - Tshepong Hospital, Matlosana, Klerksdorp

Key performance areas

• Provision of clinical care to patients and participants
• Accurate and comprehensive medical record keeping
• Management of patient / participant flow in the clinic
• Clinical trial oversight or management as designated by the principal investigator
• Participation in all phases / components of the research process
• Facilitation and resolution of queries from Data Management and Internal / External Monitors within required timeframe
• Complete accurate and comprehensive medical record keeping, inclusive of reviewing of results for all participants
• Quality Check of Source Documents during participant visit ensuring any outstanding components are proactively addressed

Required minimum education and training

Professional Body Registration

Required minimum work experience

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities

To apply

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