Medical Specialist: Paediatric Grade 1 – 3

Department of Health; Germiston; On-site; ZAR 1 342 000; Full time

Job summary

A government healthcare department in South Africa is seeking a Medical Specialist in Paediatrics (Grade 1 – 3). The role includes ensuring clinical service delivery, conducting research, and supporting training within the department. Candidates must have an MBChB, MMed, or relevant postgraduate qualification in Paediatrics with registration with HPCSA. The position offers an annual package of R 1 341 855. Applications are accepted online only.

Qualifications

• Grade 1: No experience after registration with HPCSA as Medical Specialist.
• Grade 2: Minimum 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist.
• Grade 3: Minimum 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective clinical service delivery within Paediatric department.
• Support teaching and training in the Paediatric department.
• Conduct and supervise research in Paediatrics.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

MBChB

MMed or relevant postgraduate qualification in Paediatric

Job description

Medical Specialist: Paediatric Grade 1 – 3

• Reference Number : REFS/024049
• Directorate : CLINICAL SERVICES
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : Package : R 1 341 855 per annum (All-inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Dr. S Mabaso Tel No: [phone]

Requirements

• Grade1: No experience after registration with HPCSA as Medical Specialist. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with HPCSA. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with HPCSA. MBChB & MMed degree or a relevant postgraduate qualification in Paediatric and current registration with the HPCSA as a Specialist in Paediatric . registration with HPCSA for 2025/2026 financial year. Must have good inter personal, leadership, administrative, Communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. Computer literacy (Ms Word, MS Excel and Power point) is Expected.

Duties

• Ensure effective and efficient clinical service delivery within Paediatric department. Ensure Clinical and Co-operation and liaison with other departments within the hospital. To support, teaching and training within the Paediatric department. Conduct and supervise research within the field of Paediatric . Must have a strong record of clinical governance; clinical expertise; research and experience of supervision, training and teaching at both under- and post-graduate levels.

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: 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

Employer : Department of Health

Closing Date : 19-12-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as medical officer?

A you registered with HPCSA

Do you have matric or equvivalent

Do have a specialist in peadiatric and its registered with 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.