Neurology Registrar - University of the Witwatersrand (rotating: Chris Hani Baragwanath, Helen Joseph & Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospitals)
(2023-01 - 2026-12)
- Provides comprehensive clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and ongoing management of neurology in-patients and out-patients across academic hospital platforms.
- Participates in multidisciplinary ward rounds, specialist consultations, referral triage, case presentations and continuity-of-care planning for complex neurological conditions.
- Provides clinical supervision, guidance and on-the-job teaching to junior doctors, interns, medical students and allied health colleagues within the neurology service.
- Supports clinical governance through adherence to evidence-based protocols, ethical practice, accurate record keeping, morbidity and mortality review participation, and escalation of clinical risk where required.
- Contributes to departmental quality improvement, patient safety, audit activities and service-efficiency initiatives within the neurology training platform.
- Completed Master of Medicine; research project currently being published in the Journal of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa.
- Completed the Part 1 Fellowship examination with the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa; Part 2 Fellowship examination pending.
Medical Officer – ICU - Helen Joseph Hospital
(2022-01 - 2022-12)
- Provided comprehensive medical care to critically ill patients within the Intensive Care Unit, including assessment, stabilization, monitoring and escalation of care.
- Worked within a multidisciplinary ICU team to support evidence-based decision-making, continuity of care and safe handover processes.
- Assisted with supervision and clinical support of interns, junior medical staff and rotating team members during ward rounds, emergency care and procedural preparation.
- Contributed to clinical governance by maintaining accurate patient records, following ICU protocols, participating in clinical discussions and supporting patient-safety practices.
- Supported quality assurance through timely reporting of clinical concerns, appropriate referral pathways and compliance with hospital policies and ethical standards.
Community Service Doctor – Medical OPD - Bertha Gxowa Hospital
(2021-01 - 2021-12)
- Delivered patient-centred medical care within the Medical Outpatient Department, including history taking, examination, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up planning.
- Managed acute and chronic medical conditions while ensuring appropriate referral, escalation and continuity of care for patients requiring specialist input.
- Provided guidance and informal supervision to junior clinical staff and supported collaborative work with nursing, pharmacy and allied health professionals.
- Applied clinical governance principles by adhering to departmental protocols, maintaining proper documentation, supporting rational prescribing and promoting safe patient management.
- Participated in service-delivery improvement through effective patient flow management, risk identification and communication with senior clinicians where required.
Medical Intern - Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital
(2019-01 - 2020-12)
- Completed medical internship rotations across core clinical disciplines, gaining broad exposure to inpatient, outpatient, emergency and procedural care.
- Assessed and managed patients under supervision, ensuring appropriate investigation, treatment, referral and follow-up in line with clinical protocols.
- Worked closely with supervising consultants, registrars, medical officers, nursing teams and allied health professionals to support safe and coordinated patient care.
- Developed foundational governance competencies through compliance with clinical guidelines, professional ethics, documentation standards, handover requirements and patient-safety processes.
- Participated in ward rounds, clinical meetings, case discussions and reflective learning activities to strengthen accountability and professional development.
Independent Director: Board Member - McCord Provincial Eye Hospital
(2014-01 - 2018-12)
Served as an Independent Director and Secretary of the Board, supporting the effective functioning of board structures and governance processes.
- Contributed to the development, review and implementation of governance policies, board procedures and institutional oversight mechanisms.
- Supported board compliance by coordinating agendas, minutes, resolutions, reporting requirements and follow-up on decisions taken by the board.
- Provided strategic oversight on organisational governance, accountability, ethical conduct, risk awareness and stakeholder engagement.
- Communicated with and managed relationships with internal and external stakeholders to promote transparency, alignment and effective institutional decision-making.
- Exercised supervisory oversight over governance administration by tracking board action items, monitoring implementation progress and ensuring matters were escalated appropriately.
Speech Therapist and Audiologist - Department of Health, Limpopo
(2010-01 - 2012-12)
- Provided speech-language therapy and audiology screening, assessment, intervention and follow-up services within the Department of Health platform.
- Managed patient caseloads, maintained accurate clinical records and ensured appropriate referrals for specialist assessment, rehabilitation and multidisciplinary support.
- Worked collaboratively with medical, nursing, rehabilitation and community-based teams to promote integrated patient care and continuity of services.
- Supported supervision and mentoring of junior staff, students or support personnel where required, including guidance on clinical preparation, patient management and professional conduct.
- Applied governance principles through compliance with departmental policies, ethical standards, clinical documentation requirements and quality-assurance processes.
- Contributed to service planning, patient education, health promotion and risk identification to improve accessibility, safety and effectiveness of therapy and audiology services.
