Head of Neuropsychiatry Unit — Academic Leader

Department of Health; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health agency is seeking a Head Clinical Unit position in Psychiatry in Pretoria. This role requires significant experience in psychiatry, along with a Master's or Doctorate in the field. Responsibilities encompass teaching, clinical governance, and managing psychiatric services effectively. Candidates should have a strong research background and capability to lead clinical teams. Applications are to be submitted online, with closing date on 02-12-2025.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in psychiatry after registration.
• Ability to manage a neuropsychiatric unit effectively.
• Proven experience in teaching and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage clinical teams in a neuro psychiatric unit.
• Evaluate and treat psychiatric patients under the Mental Health Care Act.
• Teach and train under- and postgraduate medical students.

Skills

Teaching and learning

Research supervision

Clinical governance

Budget management

Education

Master’s in Medicine – Psychiatry

Relevant Doctoral degree

Job description

A government health agency is seeking a Head Clinical Unit position in Psychiatry in Pretoria. This role requires significant experience in psychiatry, along with a Master's or Doctorate in the field. Responsibilities encompass teaching, clinical governance, and managing psychiatric services effectively. Candidates should have a strong research background and capability to lead clinical teams. Applications are to be submitted online, with closing date on 02-12-2025.