Medical Officer
Department of Health (Gauteng)
Province:
Gauteng
Salary:
R1 041 402 per annum
Closing Date:
November 13, 2026
DPSA Vacancy Circular:
39 of 2026
223
Find the original in the DPSA circular:
Duties
Clinical assessment of patients, formulation, development and execution of evidence based and compassionate patient care plans. Daily ward wounds and attendance at OPD, preparation of patients for theatre and performance of surgical procedures as indicated concordant with a medical officer position. Assessment and management emergencies. After-hours calls and execution of urgent procedures. Counselling and education of patients and families. Proper clinical record keeping and participation in ward/ departmental administrative duties. Commitment to the highest level of care, ethics, professionalism and punctuality. Work responsibility within a multi-disciplinary team. Work at, and participate in outreach, at any of the Gauteng Health cluster facilities. Academically: will participate in the teaching programme with the aim of passing the CMSA related exams. The incumbent will and supervise medical interns and medical students.
Key Requirements
Appropriate medical degree that allows registration with the HPCSA as a medical practitioner. Grade 1: No experience required. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Officer. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as medical officer after registration with the HPCSA as a medical officer. Practitioners completing community service on 31 December 2026 are eligible to apply. Possession of up to date ACLS, PALS, ATLS/EMATT/ITLS will be an advantage. Cost-containment measures in service delivery is important. Proper clinical record keeping and ethical practice in line with HPCSA Booklet 1 and Booklet 9. Teaching of medical interns and other junior staff. Commitment to highest level of care, ethics, professionalism and punctuality. Expected ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and to report all conflict of interest and mismanagement. Perform commuted overtime. Good knowledge of prevention and management of Patient Safety Incidents (PSI). Comply with Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) assessments.
WHERE TO APPLY
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 healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za
WHAT TO SEND
• The new Z83 form (2021 version), fully completed and signed
• A detailed, up-to-date CV
• Certified copies of your ID and qualifications (check the advert)
GOOD TO KNOW
• Quote the reference number: REFS/057194
• Shortlisted candidates do a practical and an integrity assessment
Full instructions: DPSA Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026, page 223.
Enquiries
Ms N Serobatse (011) 411-3563 / Ms M Moeketsi Tel No: (011) 411-3766
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