Registrar (Ophthalmology) (5-year contract) (2 posts) (Contract position)

Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,041,000 - 1,089,000; Full time

Job summary

Groote Schuur Hospital in the Western Cape is inviting applications for Registrar (Ophthalmology) on a five-year contract, with two posts available. The role covers teaching, clinical service, research and administration across multiple hospital platforms, including affiliated facilities.

Applicants must be eligible for HPCSA registration as Medical Practitioner and hold FC Ophth (SA) Part 1A. The position includes commuted overtime and ANC rotations, with a starting date of 23 Oct 2026 and a

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with patients and colleagues.
• Ability to work well within a group at all levels of authority.
• An interest and commitment to service.
• Proficiency in basic cataract surgery.
• Clinical and surgical experience in Ophthalmology as a medical officer.
• Computer literate to facilitate patient care, research and administration.
• FC Ophth (SA) Part 1A (Paper 1 & 2).

Responsibilities

• Teaching and Training.
• Clinical Service Provision.
• Research and Professional Development.
• Management and administration.
• To be responsible for the consulting room provisioning.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Service-oriented

Cataract surgery experience

Clinical ophthalmology

Computer literacy

Education

HPCSA registration as Medical Practitioner

FC Ophth (SA) Part 1A

Job description

Registrar (Ophthalmology) (5-year contract) (2 posts)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type

Contract

Reference No

GSH225/2026

Remuneration

R 1 041 402 - R 1 088 634 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.) A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

Starting Date

23 Oct 2026

Employment Equity

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.
Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

An appropriate qualification that allows for the registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Practitioner.

Registration with the Professional Council

Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner (Independent Practice).

Inherent Requirements of the job

Commuted overtime is compulsory.

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with patients and colleagues. Ability to work well within a group at all levels of authority. An interest and commitment to service. Appropriate experience in the field with proficiency in basic cataract surgery. Clinical and surgical experience in Ophthalmology as a medical officer. Computer literate to facilitate patient care, research and administration. FC Ophth (SA) part 1A (Paper 1 & 2).

Note

Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements, may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). Consideration will be given to existing employees who are already on higher salary packages to retain their existing salary position, as personal. As such they are entitled to receive pay progression. Appointment as a Registrar will be for a maximum contract period of 5 years. Employees in service who opt to continue with their pension benefits as Registrar, will be required to resign after completion of their registrarship should they not be successful for advertised Specialist positions. Should registration with the HEI as a student be discontinued for any reason the appointment of Registrar also discontinues. Applicants must indicate whether they have bursary obligations. Groote Schuur Hospital has adopted the department’s ecosystem framing of its training platform. Accordingly, all registrar appointments may be called upon to work across this platform and may include rotations at Metro West and Rural East hospitals. This includes Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital, New Somerset Hospital, Mitchells Plein District Hospital, Victoria Hospital and George Provincial Hospital. The Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disability are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard will be appreciated. Specific Registrar posts within the Department will be identified as part of the affirmative action programme to create a representative Specialist cadre in line with applicable procedures. Preference will be given to SA citizens/permanent residents with a valid identity document. Registrars will be required to register as post-graduates with University of Cape Town according to the yearbook and guidelines.

Duties (key result areas/outputs)

Teaching and Training. Clinical Service Provision. Research and Professional Development. Management and administration. To be responsible for the consulting room provisioning.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.