Medical Specialist – Anesthesia

Department of Health; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 341 000 - 1 774 000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health department in South Africa is seeking a Medical Specialist in Anesthesia to oversee Anesthesia administration, provide clinical services, and contribute to education efforts. Candidates must possess relevant medical qualifications, experience, and registration with the HPCSA. This position offers an all-inclusive package and requires participation in after-hours call systems. Applications must be submitted online.

Qualifications

• Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Anesthesia is required.
• Grade 2 requires 5 years of experience; Grade 3 requires 10 years of experience.
• Participate in after-hours call system is compulsory.

Responsibilities

• Administer and oversee Anesthesia across all service points.
• Provide clinical services in Anesthesia subspecialties.
• Assist in teaching and training of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Skills

Sound clinical knowledge and experience in Anesthesia

Knowledge of current Health and Public Service Legislation

Excellent managerial and interpersonal skills

Ability to supervise, train and mentor

Education

MBBCh/MBCHB, Medical Specialist in Anesthesia

Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent

Job description

Package

• Grade 1: R1 341 855.00 (per annum) (All‑inclusive package)
• Grade 2: R1 531 032.00 (per annum) (All‑inclusive package)
• Grade 3: R1 773 222.00 (per annum) (All‑inclusive package)

Requirements

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• MBBCh/MBCHB, Medical Specialist in Anesthesia – MMED Anesthesia and FCOG and active registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Anesthesia.
• Grade 1 – experience not applicable; registration with HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Anesthesia.
• Grade 2 – 5 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Anaesthesia.
• Grade 3 – 10 years of experience.
• Inherent requirements: Participate in the after‑hours call system (commuted overtime is compulsory).
• Knowledge, Skills, Attributes and Abilities:
  • Sound clinical knowledge and experience in Anesthesia.
  • Knowledge of current Health and Public Service Legislation, Regulations and Policies.
  • Knowledge of Medical Ethics, and knowledge of budget control.
  • Excellent managerial, interpersonal, leadership, administrative, communication, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to supervise, train and mentor medical officers and other junior members of staff.

Duties

• Administer and oversee the administration of Anesthesia at all levels and service points.
• Provide clinical services in Anesthesia subspecialties as determined by the department.
• Participate and assist in teaching and training of both undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Perform administrative duties as delegated by the Head of Department.
• Conduct clinical research/audits and/or participate in the research programmes in the department and supervise MMed research studies.
• Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (contracting, quarterly or semester reviews and final assessment).

Notes

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand‑delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted.
• Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications on application but must submit a comprehensive CV and updated Z83 form.
• Received applications using the old Z83 will not be considered.
• Each Z83 application must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification.
• Section A, B, C and D must be completed in full. Section E, F and G – if space is limited, a reference to CV is acceptable.
• Provide at least 3 references, one must be an immediate supervisor. The Department may conduct further verification.
• Answer the condition that prevents re‑appointment under part F.
• Declaration must be completed and signed.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications by the interview date.
• Ensure the specific reference number is quoted correctly.
• Only online applications will be considered; correspondence will be entered only with shortlisted candidates.
• If not contacted within three months after closing date, the application was unsuccessful.
• Employer reserves the right not to fill the post.
• All newly appointed staff will undergo Personnel Suitability Check (PSC) upon appointment.
• Foreign qualifications must have SAQA evaluation certificates when shortlisted.
• Recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required.
• The Department of Health is guided by Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• TMRH reserves the right to use practical exercises/tests for non‑SMS positions during recruitment.

Employer

Department of Health

Location

Thelle Mogoerane Regional Hospital

Closing Date

05-12-2025

Criteria Questions

1. Are you currently registered with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist Anesthesia?

2. Do you have the appropriate qualification that allows for registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist?

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 unsuccessful.