Medical Officer OPD

Reference Number: refs/050287

Directorate: Medical Services

Number of Posts: 1

Package: R 1 041 402.00 - R 1 121 241.00 p.a (All inclusive package)

Enquiries: Dr. Sikhonze: 011 812 8300

Requirements

An appropriate minimum qualification (MBChB/MBBCh) that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. Proof of current registration with HPCSA as an independent medical practitioner for the year 2026/2027. BLS/ACLS. 1 year experience in Family Medicine/ Internal Medicine or Emergency department inclusive of time spent in during community service. Ability to work commuted overtime to ensure continuous and uninterrupted patient care. Demonstration of good working ethics, including reliability, discipline, the capacity to work under pressure. Capability to function independently as well as effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must be solution-oriented and possess sound decision-making skills.

Duties

As a Medical Officer in Family Med Department, the candidate will be expected to rotate between working both HIV Clinic, Outpatient Department and do compulsory commuted overtime in Emergency Department.
The candidate will be responsible for the Comprehensive clinical management of the patients. He/ she will be required to perform clinical work and do presentation. Other clinical duties will include managing patients at HIV Clinic. The desired candidate will be required to serve as a role model and clinical mentor to junior doctors and associated clinical staff.

Notes

NOTES: Prospective applications must please use the new Z83 which is effective from 1st of January 2021 form and it must be fully completed. Curriculum Vitae with a detailed description of duties and names of two referees who are current/ Previous supervisors. The communication from the HR department of the institution regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. You have to be contacted within Three (3) months after the closing date if your application is suitable. It is the applicant`s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA. The Gauteng Department of health supports the appointment of persons with disabilities. Suitable candidates will be subjected to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Medical Surveillance as required in the Hazardous Biological Agents (HBA) and Hazardous Chemical Substance (HCS) Regulations within the OHS Act 85 of 1993. Verification of qualification and registration to professional bodies, reference, financial information and criminal record check. No telephonic interview will be allowed unless there is a valid considerate reason for it. No faxed or emailed application will be considered. Applications must be submitted strictly online on www.gautengonline.gov.za. No hand Delivery at. PLEASE NOTE: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know.

Employer: Department of Health

Location: FAR EAST RAND HOSPITAL

Closing Date: 17-07-2026