1x Dentist Grade 1/2/3 (Periodical Contract Post) 20 Hours per week respectively

Department of Health; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Part time

Job summary

A public health department seeks a Dentist Grade 1/2/3 for a periodical contract post in Johannesburg, requiring 20 hours per week. The ideal candidate will be registered with HPCSA, have a minimum of two years of experience, and may have exposure to undergraduate teaching. Responsibilities include assisting with service delivery and supervising students. The package offers hourly rates from R468 to R636. Applications must be submitted online, with a closing date of 02-01-2026.

Qualifications

• Registered with HPCSA as a Dentist.
• At least two years of appropriate experience after community service.
• Experience in teaching and training is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in service delivery and supervision of students in the department.

Skills

Registration with HPCSA as a Dentist

Minimum of two years experience

Exposure to undergraduate teaching

Education

MSc Dent Degree/equivalent or postgraduate qualification in Health

Job description

1x Dentist Grade 1/2/3 (Periodical Contract Post) 20 Hours per week respectively

• Reference Number : refs/024338
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R468.00 to R636.00 per hour
• Enquiries : Dr DF Kotsane: [e-mail]

Requirements

• Registration with HPCSA as a Dentist in category independent practice. Minimum of two years appropriate experience after community service as a Dentist preferably with exposure to undergraduate teaching and training. MSc Dent Degree/equivalent or postgraduate qualification in Health will be an added advantage.

Duties

• Assist to play an active role in the service delivery and supervision of students in the department.

Notes

• Successful candidates will be subjected to sign a contract. Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://professionaljobcenter.gpg.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications wilt be accepted. NB: For assistance with online applications please email your query' to [e-mail]. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications, proof of current registration with HPCSA and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview) Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign• qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. Suitable candidates will be subjected to vetting and personnel pre-employment suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. It is Department's intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. NB: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know.PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer

Department of Health

Location

Wits Oral Health Centre

Closing Date

02-01-2026

Criteria Questions

Are you registered with HPCSA as Dentist?

Do you have exposure on teaching and training?

Do you have a minimum of five years experience as a Dentist?

Please Notes

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.