Medical Specialist

Application should be submitted strictly online (on a PDF Format only). Only online applications will be considered. Please use the reference as the subject.

The new Z83 must be fully completed (please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity), it must be initialled and signed. On the Z83 the Department where position was advertised it should state Department of Health. According to Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) Circular 19 of 2022, applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit a fully completed Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae only.

The Curriculum Vitae should be recently updated that specifies the following: All experience should be in a chronological order indicating the position, institution and respective dates indicating the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). The information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the interview.

Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) –Verification (Reference checks- Provide at least 3 off which one must be immediate supervisor and must be contactable, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. Identity verification, qualifications verification, criminal record checks, credit/financial stability checks and employment verification.

If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (Only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993.

Institutions reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The Department reserve the right not to fill the post. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity.

People with disabilities, Coloured Males, Coloured Females, Indian Females, White Males, White Females, African Females, African Males and Indian Males are encouraged to apply.

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Specialist in anaesthesia. Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in anaesthesia and proof of current registration. No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as a specialist anaesthetist.

Ensure effective and efficient anaesthesiology service delivery. Co-ordinate and supervise clinical care and treatment. Provide administrative support to the Head of the Unit. Provide guidance on issues pertaining to academic development of registrars and medical officers. Interact with the hospitals nursing and administrative departments to ensure efficient running of the institutions operating theatres. Uphold the teaching, research and service values of the University of Witwatersrand Department of Anaesthesiology. Assessment and development of junior staff.

Dr R Thoka- Tel No (011) 489 0014