📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWGauteng Department of Health is actively recruiting for a Medical Specialist Grade 1-3 position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Medical / Healthcare sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: Not Specified • Educational Background: PhD or equivalent • Industry Focus: Medical / Healthcare • Location Preference: in Gauteng
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSHealthcare professionals including Medical Specialist Grade 1-3 are essential service providers. This role contributes directly to community health and wellbeing.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Medical / Healthcare offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Medical Specialist Grade 1-3 position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the Not Specified requirement • Educational qualifications in line with PhD • Specific achievements in the Medical / Healthcare field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Medical / Healthcare sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
---
Requirements A medical MBBCh or equivalent degree with an appropriate qualification in psychiatry (FC Psych (SA), MMed (Psych) or equivalent qualification recognised by the HPCSA), which allows registration as a specialist psychiatrist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Sound clinical knowledge and skills in psychiatry and child psychiatry. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to fulfil the required teaching and training requirements. Knowledge of legislation, policies and procedures about mental health care users. Adequate interpersonal skills as well as professional and ethical conduct always. A valid driver’s license.
Duties Provide a direct clinical service and manage a psychiatric biological male inpatient unit. And a weekly outpatient clinic. The provision of care, treatment, and rehabilitation to mental health care users within the framework of the Mental Health Care Act (No 17 of 2002); involvement in other general psychiatry work as needed. Provide outreach services to District Health Services and District/ Regional hospitals. Teaching and training of medical students, medical officers and psychiatry registrars, as well as other personnel (e.g. nurses, etc.). To stimulate, assist with and conduct research relevant to the Gauteng Department of Health and Department of Psychiatry. To supervise and manage junior staff, which would include disciplinary responsibilities, when necessary. Administrative duties. Active participation in hospital management committees. To assist with the development of policies and protocols of the hospital. Active participation in quality improvement programs, including clinical audits, morbidity and mortality meetings and continuous professional development activities. To liaise with external stakeholders when appropriate. To always maintain professional and ethical conduct. This post is a joint appointment with the Department of Psychiatry, University of the Witwatersrand. The incumbent will be expected to participate in the teaching program of the department and to provide training to a range of students and healthcare workers.
Closing Date : 28-08-2026
How To Apply
-
Make sure you are logged in and your email is verified(Register if you dont have an account).
-
Click the Apply Now button above.
-
Your default email application or application link will open.
-
Attach your Application letter, updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and any supporting documents required.
-
Use a professional subject line such as Application for "Indicate Positions"
-
Send your application before the closing date.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates are contacted.
