MEDICAL OFFICER - PAEDIATRICS

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

Job summary

The Department of Health is seeking a qualified Medical Practitioner for the Paediatric Department. Responsibilities include providing clinical services, teaching, and participating in research. Applicants must have an MBChB or equivalent and HPCSA registration. The position offers an opportunity to work jointly with leading academic institutions.

Qualifications

• Valid registration with the HPCSA as an Independent Medical Practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Render services in the Paediatric Department.
• Provide undergraduate teaching and assist in research projects.

Skills

Paediatric and Neonatal ICU management

APLS/PALS certification

Education

MBChB or equivalent

Diploma in Child Health

FCPaed Part 1

Job description

Enquiries : Prof T Avenant, Tel No: [phone] / 084 752 1354 / [e-mail] / [e-mail]

Requirements :

• MBChB or equivalent. A valid registration with the HPCSA as an Independent Medical Practitioner.
• RECOMMENDATIONS: Experience in the management of Paediatric and Neonatal ICU patients, APLS/PALS certification. Diploma in Child Health, FCPaed Part 1.

Duties :

• Render services in the Paediatric Department.
• Perform administrative tasks related to clinical services.
• Provide undergraduate teaching and assist in research projects of the Department.
• Perform other call duties as required by the Department of Paediatrics.

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.
• Note that NO payment 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 must be submitted online at http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted.
• For assistance, email [e-mail].
• Applications should include a fully completed and signed Z83 form, available at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.
• Applicants must complete all relevant sections of the Z83 form.
• Applications without proof of the Z83 form and a detailed CV will be disqualified.
• Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their application.
• Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of qualifications and relevant documents.
• Personnel suitability checks will be conducted prior to appointment.
• Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA.
• Preference will be given to South African citizens.
• Overtime is not mandatory but may be required based on operational needs.

Employer :

Department of Health

Closing Date :

19-05-2025

Criteria Questions

1. Do you have an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner?
2. Are you registered with the HPCSA as an Independent Medical Practitioner with a current registration for 2025/26?

Note :

• Due to the expected high volume of applications, acknowledgment of receipt will not be provided. If no response is received within 3 months, consider your application unsuccessful.