ALMA-Clinics OverviewALMA-Clinics (Alma) is a Primary Healthcare (PHC) Nurse-Led Medical Technology Clinic network that leverages technology to make comprehensive primary care accessible and affordable while offering effective treatment to reduce complications related to non-communicable diseases in low-income market segments. Alma provides PHC services through a Digital PHC platform that empowers patients and nurses, shifting healthcare from curative to preventative, with the patient at the center of a more transparent system.Facilities: Alma clinics create greater accessibility through strategic retail locations, with facilities ranging between 130m2-170m2, reducing traditional large infrastructure capital investment and operational costs for the benefit of patients and payers in the healthcare industry.Alma's growth strategy focuses on establishing 45 Nurse-run outlets with remote support by Physicians in the next five years across South Africa.Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe main tasks:Patient-centred consultations across all ages in the clinic.Complete patient referral letters and act as a point of contact with Doctors allocated to the Clinic.Identify patient's needs and problems with effective listening.Perform accurate and relevant physical examinations.Ensure continuity of care by deciding on follow-up and review plans.Explain the role and function of a clinical associate to the patient.Apply basic ethical principles.Comply with statutory and professional obligations.Demonstrate appropriate and sensitive attitudes to patients, families, communities, and colleagues.Reflect all relevant information in patient records and medico-legal forms accurately and legibly.Accurately complete patient statistics.Prescribe appropriate medication within scope of practice.Facilitate communication and provide basic counselling.Integrate understanding of family, community, and health system into clinic operations.Provide guidance and support to the clinical staff at the clinic, ensuring compliance with clinical protocols and guidelines.Desired Experience & QualificationThree (3) year Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice (BCMP) University Degree.Current Registration with the Medical Board of the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Clinical Associate.Ability to speak Local Languages.Sound and in-depth knowledge of the Health Act and the regulations pertaining to the Act.Knowledge of provision of health care as delegated by other relevant legal frameworks.Knowledge and understanding of the Code of Ethics and Professional Practice of the HPCSA.Knowledge, skill, and understanding of the Scope of Practice for the Clinical Associate.Broad knowledge and understanding of the Department's programmes and priorities.Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts and legislative frameworks governing the Public Service.Knowledge of all Social Services related Acts and Regulations.Management of Trauma and Emergencies.Knowledge to treat chronic illnesses such as Diabetes Mellitus, Hypertension, and COAD.Package & RemunerationMarket RelatedConsulting
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