Medical Officer - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Department of Health; Ga-Rankuwa; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health is seeking a Medical Officer for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital. The role involves managing clinical care, overseeing students, and fulfilling HPCSA requirements. Applicants must have HPCSA registration and relevant experience. Applications must be submitted online with a completed Z83 form.

Qualifications

• Registration with HPCSA as an independent medical practitioner required.
• Grade 1: No experience, Grade 2: 5 years experience, Grade 3: 10 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and manage clinical care and treatment.
• Provide service in management of Plastic Surgery and Burns patients.

Skills

Clinical Care Management

Plastic Surgery

Burns Treatment

Education

MBCHB or equivalent qualification

Job description

Medical Officer - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

• Reference Number : refs/022502
• Directorate : Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Number of Posts : 1

Requirements :

• An Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a medical practitioner. Registration with the HPCSA as an independent medical practitioner with proof of current registration. Grade 1: None experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of South African qualified employees, Grade 2: Minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner in respect of South African qualified employees and Grade 3: Minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner in respect of South African qualified employees.

Duties :

• Co-ordinate and manage clinical care and treatment. Provide service in terms of management of Plastic Surgery and Burns patients (OPD, Ward work, Theatre, outreach ETC). Oversee undergraduate student and support post graduate students and must also fulfil HPCSA requirements.

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

Location : Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 19-05-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have MBCHB or equivalent qualification that allows registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner?

Are you currently registered with HPCSA as a Medical Officer?

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.