MEDICAL SPECIALIST- OBSTETRICIAN AND GYNAECOLOGIST GRADE 1-3

Department of HealthKrugersdorp, Gauteng, South Africa

12 days ago

Job description

MEDICAL SPECIALIST : OBSTETRICIAN AND GYNAECOLOGIST GRADE 1-3

Reference Number : REFS /
Directorate : OBSTETRICS & GYNACOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Number of Posts : 2
Package : GRADE 1 : R1,341 855 (All-inclusive remuneration package) GRADE 2 : R1, 531 032 (All-inclusive remuneration package) GRADE 3 : R1,773 222 (All-inclusive remuneration package)

Requirements :

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery plus MMED (O&G) or (FCOGSA). Registration certificate with the HPCSA as an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Medical Specialist. Grade1 : No experience required. Grade 2 : A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as a medical specialist after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in a normal Speciality. Grade 3 : A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in a normal speciality. A Resuscitation course such as APLS (or PALS), ACLS, ATLS will be added advantage. Ability to manage a team of junior and senior doctors. Ability to establish excellent working relationships will all disciplines teams. Good leadership skills, excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, conflict resolution and good interpersonal skills. The successful candidate must be adaptable, disciplined, and self – confident. The candidate must be able to work independently and under pressure and beyond normal working hours and work with adverse team. Ability to work in a multi- disciplinary team. Knowledge of legislation, policies and procedure pertaining to health care users. Computer literacy, Experience in the Public sector would be an advantage. Candidate will be expected to perform commuted overtime as per service needs.

Duties :

Ensuring that there is protocol for the management of Obs and Gynae patients and that there is compliance to the protocol and guidelines. Co – ordinate all clinical and administrative duties within the Department. Involvement in hospital committees and liaison with other departments within the hospital. Staff training theoretical and skills performance of medical doctors and allied medical disciplines at the hospital and referring hospitals. SOP’s development and implementation. Provision of clinical support and Governance and Risk Management. Full participation in Quality Assurance Programs, prevention / management of PSI’s and complaints.

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 : No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at 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 : Leratong Hospital

Closing Date : 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.

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Obstetrician Gynaecologist • Krugersdorp, Gauteng, South Africa