MEDICAL OFFICER GRADE 1, 2 AND 3 (20 SESSIONS) 2 YEARS CONTRACT

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

Job summary

A government health department in Gauteng is seeking Medical Officers (Grades 1, 2, and 3) for a 2-year contract. Candidates are required to hold appropriate qualifications for registration with HPCSA and must be willing to perform various duties including forensic autopsies and attending court. An attractive hourly rate is offered based on grade, and candidates are encouraged to apply online with all relevant documents.

Qualifications

• Certificate of registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner required.
• Valid driver's license is mandatory.
• Willingness to perform medico-legal death investigations.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medico-legal investigation of death services.
• Attend death scenes and perform forensic post-mortem examinations.
• Complete medico-legal reports and attend court hearings.

Skills

Computer literacy (MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint)

Good written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Appropriate qualifications for HPCSA registration as a Medical Practitioner

Job description

Overview

MEDICAL OFFICER GRADE 1, 2 AND 3 (20 SESSIONS) 2 YEARS CONTRACT

• Reference Number : REFS/023455
• Directorate : Forensic Pathology Service
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : Grade 1: R 482,00 per hour (all-inclusive package), Grade 2: R 550.00 per hour (all-inclusive package), Grade 3: R 636.00 per hour (All-inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Dr. S Holland [phone]

Requirements

• Appropriate qualifications, certificate of registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner and valid current annual registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
• Work experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
• Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.
• Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.
• Ability and willingness to perform duties outside of normal hours and away from base of employment when required, including overnight and weekend calls, with availability at the relevant Facility / scene within 30 - 45 minutes of the call being logged.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Willingness to perform medico-legal death investigations, including performance of forensic autopsies.
• Willingness to give evidence in Courts.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Willingness to obtain the CMSA Dip For Med(SA) qualification within 12 to 24 months.
• Good working knowledge of relevant FPS legislation.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Duties

• Providing comprehensive medico-legal investigation of death services, inclusive of death scene attendance, after-hour services during the week and over weekends, performance of forensic post mortem examinations including medico-legal autopsies, preparation of relevant medico-legal reports and court attendance.
• Supporting the implementation of a standardised, quality forensic pathology service.
• Completing documents for statistical and data analysis purposes; maintenance of records.
• Participation in learning activities in the Department.
• Assisting the Head: Clinical Unit in service and management duties.
• Rendering other related professional services and duties as may be assigned from time to time.

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 University.
• 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: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted.
• For assistance with online applications please email [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 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

Closing Date

10-10-2025

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.