MEDICAL SPECIALIST GRADE 1-3 OPHTHALMOLOGY

Department of Health; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution is seeking a Medical Specialist Grade 1-3 in Ophthalmology to oversee patient care and academic training at Steve Biko Academic Hospital. The ideal candidate holds an MBChB and relevant specialist qualifications, with experience in research and teaching being advantageous. Applications must be submitted online, and candidates will undergo various suitability checks.

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a specialist in Ophthalmology with the HPCSA.
• Preferably with research and teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance and instruction to junior colleagues and trainees.
• Administer specialty clinic efficiently within the department.
• Train medical students and staff in tertiary care.

Skills

Research experience

Teaching experience

Education

MBChB or equivalent

FC Ophth (SA) and MMed (Ophth)

Job description

MEDICAL SPECIALIST GRADE 1-3 OPHTHALMOLOGY

• Reference Number : REFS/024008
• Directorate : OPHTHALMOLOGY
• Number of Posts : 1
• Enquiries : Dr. K Tshabalala - 012 354 4440

Requirements

• MBChB or equivalent. FC Ophth (SA) and MMed (Ophth). Registration as a specialist Ophthalmology with the HPCSA. Research and teaching experience will be an added advantage.

Duties

• To render a support service to the Chief Specialist Ophthalmology, with respect to administrative duties, service provision, guidance and instruction of junior colleagues and ophthalmologists in training, training of medical students and other medical personnel in the provision of tertiary care within ophthalmology and the supervision of academic ophthalmology at all levels. -Effective Administration of Specialty Clinic within the Department. Effective and efficient provision of patient care at specialist and subspecialist level. Effective and mature guidance and instruction to junior colleagues and Ophthalmology registrars and fellows. Effectively and comprehensively training medical students and other medical personnel in the provision of tertiary care within Ophthalmology. Effective and mature encouragement of, guidance and participation in, academic activities for both undergraduate and postgraduate levels within the clinical department. To perform any other task as requested by the Head of the Ophthalmology Department UP and the Ophthalmology unit Steve Biko Academic Hospital.

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 UniversityKindly 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 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). 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

Location

Steve Biko Academic Hospital

Closing Date

18-11-2025

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.