Head of Clinical Department

Department of Health; Krugersdorp; On-site; ZAR 2 600 000 - 3 761 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health institution in Gauteng seeks a Medical Specialist: Psychiatry to coordinate and manage psychiatric services. The ideal candidate must have a relevant qualification for HPCSA registration, over 7 years of experience in Psychiatry, and proven management experience in a clinical setting. Responsibilities include overseeing departmental operations, human resources, and ensuring quality patient care. Applications can only be submitted online; no other formats will be accepted.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry.
• Minimum of 3 years of management experience in a clinical setting.
• Experience in forensic psychiatry or related subspecialty.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage psychiatric services efficiently.
• Manage human resources and departmental operations.
• Oversee financial and governance aspects of the clinical department.

Skills

Computer literacy (Ms Word, Ms Excel, PowerPoint)

Project management skills

Teambuilding, people and interpersonal relations skills

Communication skills (verbal and written)

Education

Appropriate qualification for HPCSA registration as Medical Specialist: Psychiatry

Job description

• Package : Grade 1- R2 600 811.00 - R2 760 408.00 per annum (All-inclusive package), Grade 2- R2 841 732.00 - R3 016 110.00 per annum (All-inclusive package)

Requirements

• Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist: Psychiatry. Current registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist: Psychiatry. A minimum of 7 years of appropriate experience in Psychiatry as a Medical Specialist. A minimum of 3 years of appropriate experience in management in clinical setting (Head of Clinical Unit/Department or similar). Either a qualification in Forensic Psychiatry subspeciality or a minimum of 3 years of experience in forensic psychiatry. Computer literacy (Ms Word, Ms Excel, PowerPoint). Sound knowledge of government regulations, policies and acts. The ability to interpret and implement policies. Project management skills. Teambuilding, people and interpersonal relations skills. Communication skills (verbal and written) Organizational, problem solving and interventional skills. Highly motivated and enthusiastic to contribute to the psychiatric care and services. The ability to work under pressure, lead transformational change in a complex environment and the ability to manage change in the department. Experience in administration, finance, education and research. A special interest or expertise in a branch of the specialty (this experience should be in terms of clinical service provision, teaching, administration and research). Additional qualifications/training in Psychiatry specialties, a higher degree in Health Science (PhDs) other than the degree for specialization and experience in the Public Sector will be an advantage.

Duties

• Co-ordinate, manage and administer efficient and cost-effective psychiatric services at the institution. Manage human resources in the clinical department, including Clinical Support and Therapeutic Services (CSTS) and support staff members. This includes recruitments, performance management and development, department’s workplan management and work allocation. Oversee the management of financial and other resources allocated to the clinical department. Oversee and ensure good governance in the department, clinical governance and quality assurance in the hospital. Perform clinical service delivery including overtime services when required. Manage all stakeholders’ involvement with the Clinical Department including the University, SAPS, DoJ and GDoH. Involvement with the Policies and planning of the Hospital, in keeping with the Operational and Strategic Plans for GDoH. This includes liaison with all relevant entities linked with GDoH and the NDoH. Maintain service relationships with other health facilities in the areas that is serviced by Sterkfontein Hopsital, as well as beyond the Province as needed. Provide administrative, managerial and governance inputs to the hospital’s management structures where appropriate. Ensure the coordination of activities necessary for quality and efficient 24-hour Patient Care. Participate in Clinical Care Audits, Risk Management and other strategies to improve patient outcomes. Oversee and maintain research in the department. Oversee the management and provision of appropriate and relevant teaching and training in psychiatry, including undergraduate, postgraduate and subspecialty training. Ensure that clinical teaching and supervision of medical staff are of adequate standards. governance structures of Sterkfontein Hospital, as delegated by the CEO and/or Executive Committee of the hospital. Participate in university academic management activities, including membership of committees in the Faculty of Health Sciences as a whole and in the university's Department of Psychiatry.

Notes

• The new Z83 must be fully completed (please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 the Department where position was advertised it should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae only. The Curriculum Vitae should be recently updated that specifies the following: All experience should be in a chronological order indicating the position, institution and respective dates indicating the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). The information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) –Verification (Reference checks- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor and must be contactable, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. Identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks and employment verification. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (Only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Institutions reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Females, White Males, White Females, African Females, African Males and Indian Males are encouraged to apply.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: https://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]. Application 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 Z83 form must be fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not 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 be disqualified. Application must indicate the post reference number on their application. 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 Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as require by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Closing Date : 31-12-2025

Criteria Questions

• Do you have an appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist: Psychiatry?
• Are you currently registered with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist: Psychiatry?
• Do you have a minimum of 7 years of appropriate experience in Psychiatry as a Medical Specialist.
• Do you have a minimum of 3 years of appropriate experience in management in clinical setting (Head of Clinical Unit/Department or similar)?

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.