REGISTRAR - ORTHOPAEDICS

Department of Health; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health in Gauteng is seeking qualified medical practitioners for joint appointments with local universities. Successful candidates will provide clinical services and participate in teaching and research activities. Applicants must hold an MBChB qualification and HPCSA registration.

Qualifications

• Registration as an Independent medical practitioner with HPCSA required.
• Applicable experience in Orthopaedics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Rendering clinical services, including after-hours work.
• Participating in departmental activities related to teaching and research.

Skills

Orthopaedics

Education

MBChB qualification

Job description

Requirements :

• MBChB qualification. Registration as an Independent medical practitioner with the HPCSA. Recommendations: Successful completion of primaries (FCSA primary) is a strong recommendation. Applicable experience in Orthopaedics will be an added advantage.

Duties :

• Successful candidates will be responsible for the rendering of clinical services, which includes after-hours work (weekdays and weekends). Rotation through hospitals and units associated with the University of Pretoria. Participate in departmental activities in relation to teaching and research. The candidate will have to complete a research project as required by the HPCSA for registration. The candidate will have to maintain a logbook and a portfolio of learning as required by the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa.

Notes :

• These positions will be joint appointments between the Gauteng Department of Health and the following academic institutions: University of Witwatersrand /University of Pretoria and/ Sefako Makgatho UniversityKindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health.The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to [e-mail]. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application 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 unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Closing Date : 19-05-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner?

Are you registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Medical Practitioner and have a current HPCSA registration for 2025/26?

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.