General Practitioner

SUMMARY:
Cape Town, Western Cape

POSITION INFO:

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.

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