Internal Medicine Sessional Medical Officer – On-Call

Gauteng Provincial Government; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,042,000 - 1,377,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health invites applications for a Sessional Medical Officer in Internal Medicine. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive care for inpatients and managing acute cases within Internal Medicine.

The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team and participate in CPD activities. Applicants must hold MBChB/MBBCh and be registered with HPCSA as a medical practitioner for 2026/2027, with the ability to function independently and under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum MBChB/MBBCh with HPCSA registration.
• Demonstrated good working ethics; reliability and discipline.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care in Internal Medicine and treat medical conditions.
• Perform procedures as required in acute emergencies (CVP lines, chest drain, intubation).
• Manage patients independently and refer to specialists when needed.
• Participate in night on-call roster and maintain high-quality clinical documentation.
• Supervise interns and participate in CPD activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Decision-making

Pressure handling

Reliability

Discipline

Education

MBChB/MBBCh

Job description

The Department of Health invites applications for a Sessional Medical Officer in Internal Medicine. The role focuses on delivering comprehensive care for inpatients and managing acute cases within Internal Medicine.

The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team and participate in CPD activities. Applicants must hold MBChB/MBBCh and be registered with HPCSA as a medical practitioner for 2026/2027, with the ability to function independently and under pressure.