Medical Specialist

Department of Health; Krugersdorp; On-site; ZAR 1 341 000 - 2 213 000; Full time

Job summary

The Gauteng Health Authority is seeking a Clinical Psychiatrist to deliver mental health services, supervise students, and lead a multidisciplinary team. Registration with HPCSA as a specialist psychiatrist is mandatory. The role offers competitive remuneration across three grades. Responsibilities include clinical assessments, forensic psychiatric work, and participation in academic programmes. The position expects active involvement in research and administrative tasks. Applications must be submitted online. Closing date for applications is December 31, 2025.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with HPCSA as a specialist psychiatrist.
• Experience in clinical service delivery as per Mental Health Care Act.
• Ability to supervise and teach medical students and interns.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical services and monitor mental health care users.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team focused on holistic patient care.
• Participate in academic programmes and hospital staff training.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Mental health management

Teaching and training

Research participation

Administrative skills

Education

MMed and FCPsych

Registration with HPCSA

Job description

• Package : Grade 1-R1 341 855 .00- R1 422 810.00 per annum (all-inclusive package), Grade 2- R1 531 032.00- R1 623 609.00 per annum (all-inclusive package), Grade 3- R1 773 222.00- R2 212 680.00 per annum (all-inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Dr. T.A.S. Melapi Tel No- 011 951 8341

Requirements

• The post is a joint appointment of the Gauteng Department of Health and the University of the Witwatersrand Department of Psychiatry. Newly qualified specialists will be considered they have received results of MMed and FCPsych, but the registration with HPCSA is still pending. This MUST be indicated in Z83 or CV. Please note that successful candidates will need to be registered with HPCSA as specialist psychiatrist before they can be appointed as such.

Duties

• Include Clinical Service Delivery: Assess, treat monitor mental health care users in line with the Mental Health Care Act No 17 of 2002. Participate in forensic psychiatric work (forensic assessments in terms of section 79 of Criminal Procedure Act as well as the management of state patients). Prepare psychiatric and medico-legal reports as required. Lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. Liaise with Department of Justice. Teaching and training: Supervision, teaching and assessment of postgraduate and undergraduate students. This includes registrars, medical officers, medical students, psychology interns, occupational therapy students and others. Participate in the academic programmes at Sterkfontein Hospital including those scheduled by Wits University. Train and teach hospital staff when requested. Administrative and managerial: Partake in clinical audits. Provide input to management where appropriate. Perform clinical and forensic related administration task. Membership of and participation in relevant committees. Research: Actively participate and promote the research programme. Supervision and examination of MMeds.

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]. Application 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 Z83 form must be fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not 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. Application must indicate the post reference number on their application. 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 Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as require by the Occupational Health and Safety 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

Closing Date : 31-12-2025

Criteria Questions

Are you currently registered with the HPCSA?

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.