MEDICAL REGISTRAR -ORTHOPAEDICS

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

Job summary

A government health department in Pretoria is seeking Medical Registrars to provide clinical services, supervise medical interns, and rotate between various accredited institutions. Candidates must hold a Grade 12 certificate, have the necessary qualifications for HPCSA registration, and complete post-community service. This role is vital for your career development in Orthopaedics and demands a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have completed Post Community Service.
• Registration with HPCSA is essential.
• Rotation between institutions is required.

Responsibilities

• Render clinical services as per rotation.
• Supervise pre-graduate students and interns.
• Consult with departments at Registrar level.

Skills

Independent Practitioner registration

Experience in Orthopaedics

Supervisory skills

Education

Grade 12 plus appropriate qualification

Registration with HPCSA for 2025/26

Job description

Package and Enquiries

• Package : R 1 001 349.00 (per annum) (all-inclusive salary package)
• Enquiries : Dr. KM Tshabalala Tel No: 012 354 2336 / Email: [e-mail]

Requirements

• Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification that allows registration as an independent Practitioner. No experience required after registration as a Medical Registrar. Must have completed Post Community Service. Registration with HPCSA for the financial year 2025/26. The incumbent will be rotated between institutions. The following will be added advantages: Work experience in the field of Orthopaedics.; CMSA part 1 examinations; auxiliary courses relevant to the field of Orthopaedics.

Duties

• Render clinical services and show academic progression and complete research dissertation within the four-year contract. Patient care for all in- and outpatients in the department as per rotation. Consultations from and to all departments of SBAH on Registrar level. Supervise all rotating pre-graduate students, Interns and junior colleagues in the clinical practice. Rotation to sub-specialties and facilities accredited by the University of Pretoria.

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.
• Note: Closing Date : 10-10-2025

Employer

Department of Health

Location

Steve Biko Academic Hospital

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 you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.