Medical Officer Grade 1

Department of Health; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 002 000; Full time

Job summary

A public health institution is seeking a registered Medical Practitioner to manage surgical patients in various units, assist in theatre operations, and perform administrative duties. The role requires appropriate qualifications for HPCSA registration and offers a salary package of R 1 001 349.00 per annum. This position is located in Gauteng with a closing date for applications set for 14-11-2025.

Qualifications

• HPCSA registration as a Medical Practitioner is required.
• Experience in surgical courses and CMSA examinations is advantageous.
• Must have completed Community Service.

Responsibilities

• Manage General Surgery patients in various units under supervision.
• Assist in theatre lists for emergency and elective surgeries.
• Conduct daily management and examination of in-ward patients.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Leadership

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Appropriate qualification for HPCSA registration

Job description

• Package : R 1 001 349.00 (per annum - (all-inclusive salary package)

Requirements

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner. HPCSA registration as an Independent Medical Practitioner and must be post Community Service. No experience required. Surgical courses and CMSA examinations will be an advantage.

Duties

• Management of General Surgery patients in emergency unit, ICU, high dependency unit and ward under supervision. Booking and assisting in theatre lists both emergency and elective cases. Administrative duties within each unit. Daily management of in-ward patients including examination, management, and resuscitation. Triage and admissions of emergency surgery and trauma patients. Management of Surgical Outpatient Department patients. Ability to work under pressure and under supervision. Ability to take orders and guidance from senior colleagues with no conflict. Reliability, leadership, discipline, and self-confidence. Ability to establish a working relationship in a multidisciplinary team with anaesthesia, ICU, nursing team and emergency department staff. Managing and supervising junior staff members in your team. Ability to adapt to rotations within surgical department.

Notes

• 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]. 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). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 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

Location

Pholosong Hospital

Closing Date

14-11-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner?

Are you currently registered with HPCSA as an Independent Medical Practitioner?

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.