HEAD CLINICAL UNIT (MEDICAL) - RADIOLOGY

Department of Health; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 2 084 000 - 2 280 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health department in Pretoria seeks a Head Clinical Unit (Medical) in Radiology to lead academic and clinical initiatives at Steve Biko Academic Hospital. Responsibilities include overseeing high-quality radiological services, ensuring compliance with national policies, and leading teaching activities for students. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Medicine and a relevant specialization with at least five years of experience and HPCSA registration. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive package plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years experience as a Medical Specialist in Radiology.
• Current registration with the HPCSA required.
• Proven clinical governance and radiation-safety standards compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, academic, and clinical leadership for the department.
• Ensure high-quality radiological services and strengthen clinical governance.
• Lead teaching and training activities for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Skills

Clinical care

Teaching

Research

Management ability

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

MMed (Rad D) or FC Rad Diagnostics (SA)

Job description

HEAD CLINICAL UNIT (MEDICAL) - RADIOLOGY

• Reference Number : refs/024267
• Directorate : RADIOLOGY
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : Grade 1- R2 084 754.00 Grade 2- R2 279 559.00 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Dr. L.M.B Majake-Mogoba - Tel No: 012 354 2222

Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery plus MMed (Rad D) or FC Rad Diagnostics (SA). Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Radiology with minimum of five (5) years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist in Radiology. Extensive and appropriate experience in all aspects of Radiology- clinical care, teaching, and research. Certificates of service for all periods of employment. Proven management ability, sound communication (verbal and written) skills, leadership skills, decision making and interpersonal skills. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.

Duties

• The Department of Radiology is based at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and affiliated with the University of Pretoria. This is a joint academic, full-time, permanent appointment. The Head of Radiology will provide overall strategic, academic, and clinical leadership for the department across both the hospital and university platforms. The role includes ensuring high-quality, evidence-based radiological services; strengthening clinical governance; improving diagnostic accuracy and turnaround times; ensuring optimal use of imaging resources; and maintaining compliance with national policies, radiation-safety standards, and institutional protocols. The post involves leading and coordinating all teaching and training activities for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including registrars in diagnostic radiology and related fields. The incumbent will also drive the departmental research agenda, support postgraduate research, and promote innovation in imaging practice and technology adoption. Duties may include participation in after-hours service, call duties, and other institutional responsibilities as required.

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 : Steve Biko Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 24-12-2025

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.