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Medical Officer - Psychiatry

Medical Officer - Psychiatry

Department of HealthJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
1 day ago
Job description

Requirements

  • An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner, HPCSA registration as an Independent Medical Practitioner and have completed Community Service. Current registration with HPCSA for 2025 / 2026. An interest in psychiatry and exposure in psychiatry as well as a Diploma in Mental Health will be an added advantage. No experienced needed.

Duties

  • Conduct clinical assessment, history taking, mental status examination and physical examination of psychiatric patients, formulation, development and execution of evidence based and compassionate patient care plans. Adhere to cost containment measures in service delivery. Assessment and management of medical and psychiatric emergencies. Provide Counselling and education to patients and families. Proper clinical record keeping, including all laboratory results. Preparation of referral letters and discharge summaries for all patients. Participate in ward / departmental administrative duties. Teaching of students. Commitment to highest level of care, ethics, professionalism and punctuality. Work within a multi-disciplinary team and report all conflict of interest and corruption. Participate in outreach, academic and research programs at any of the Gauteng Health facilities. Willing to work longer hours (night, weekend and public holiday) to provide continuous uninterrupted care of patients.
  • 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 University. 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 : 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

    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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