Medical Officer

Department of Health; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1 002 000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health seeks a Medical Practitioner for Tara The H Moross Hospital. Responsibilities include clinical assessments, managing psychiatric emergencies, and developing patient care plans. Applicants must be HPCSA registered and have a qualification allowing such registration. This position offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for teaching and research.

Qualifications

• Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner required.
• Experience in psychiatry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for clinical assessment and patient care plans.
• Manage medical and psychiatric emergencies.
• Participate in outreach and academic programs.

Skills

Psychiatry

Clinical Assessment

Counseling

Education

Qualification for HPCSA registration

Diploma in Mental Health

Job description

• Package : R 1 001 349.00 per annum all-inclusive salary package

Requirements :

• An appropriate qualification which allows registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. An interest in psychiatry and experience in psychiatry as well as a Diploma in Mental Health will be an added advantage.

Duties :

• The incumbent will be responsible for clinical assessment, history taking, mental status examination and physical examination of psychiatric patients, formulation, development, and execution of evidence based and compassionate patient care plans. Assess and manage medical and psychiatric emergencies. Provide counselling and education of patients and families. Ensure proper and safe keeping records, including all laboratory results. Prepare referral letters and discharge summaries for all patients. Participate in ward / departmental administrative duties. Teaching students. Work within a multi-disciplinary team and report all conflict of interest and corruption. Participate in outreach, academic and research programs at any of the Gauteng Health facilities affiliated with the Department of Psychiatry at the University of the Witwatersrand.

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 University. Kindly 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

Location : Tara The H Moross Hospital

Closing Date : 19-05-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have an appropriate qualification which allows registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner?

Are you currently registered with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner?

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.