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    The Gauteng Department of Health extends an invitation to dedicated professionals who are passionate about healthcare and community impact. Offering a range of rewarding positions, the esteemed organization is committed to excellence in healthcare service delivery. They provide opportunities for growth, development, and the chance to make meaningful contributions to the health and well-being of Gauteng residents.


    Take the first step towards a fulfilling career by exploring current vacancies. Join a team that is dedicated to delivering excellence in healthcare provision across Gauteng.

    Available Gauteng Department of Health Jobs

    1. Medical Specialist (Subspecialty: Paediatrics and Child Health) Position

    Reference Number: REFS/020903

    Directorate: Clinical Service
    Salary:

    • Grade 1: R1 472 673 per annum
    • Grade 2: R1 680 780 per annum
    • Grade 3: R1 863 372 per annum (all inclusive package)

    Centre: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital and Sefako Makgatho Health Science University

    Requirements:

    • Qualifications: MBCHB or equivalent, MMed (Paed) or equivalent
    • Registration: Current registration with the HPCSA as a Subspecialist in Paediatrics Oncology
    • Experience:
    • Grade 1: No experience after registration as a Medical Specialist in a recognized Sub-Specialty
    • Grade 2: Minimum 5 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration
    • Grade 3: Minimum 10 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration
    • Skills: Good verbal and written communication, ability to work in a team

    Duties:

    • Provide subspecialist service in Paediatrics Oncology
    • Contribute to general paediatrics services at Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital and within the cluster
    • Support the Head of Department in maintaining efficient patient care standards
    • Disseminate and implement policies, protocols, and clinical guidelines
    • Compulsory commuted overtime as part of paediatric services
    • Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students, supervise postgraduate research
    • Active involvement in research

    Contact for Enquiries:

    Prof MPB Mawela
    Tel: (012) 521 44450

    Application Submission:

    • Deliver to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, 3111 Setlogelo Drive, Ga-Rankuwa, 0208 (ABT 06, HR Registry)
    • Post to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, Private Bag X422, Pretoria 0001
    • Online applications: www.gautengonline.gov.za

    2. Medical Specialist Otorhinolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery (ENT) Position

    Reference Number: REFS/020916

    Directorate: Clinical Service
    Salary:

    • Grade 1: R1 271 901 per annum
    • Grade 2: R1 451 214 per annum
    • Grade 3: R1 680 780 per annum (All package inclusive)

    Centre: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital and Sefako Makgatho Health Science University

    Requirements:

    • Qualifications: MBCHB or equivalent degree allowing registration with HPCSA as an ENT specialist
    • Registration: Valid registration with HPCSA as an independent medical practitioner
    • Experience:
      • Grade 1: No experience after registration as a Medical Specialist in a recognized Specialty
      • Grade 2: Minimum 5 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration
      • Grade 3: Minimum 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration
    • Skills: Strong clinical governance and expertise, teaching and training experience (undergraduate and postgraduate), interpersonal, communication, leadership, problem-solving, administrative skills, computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point)

    Duties:

    • Provide effective clinical service in the ENT Department at Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital and affiliated hospitals
    • Conduct patient interviews, investigations, diagnoses, and oversee treatments
    • Liaise with community and provide communication services
    • Maintain continuous emergency cover as per roster
    • Improve quality and clinical care for ENT patients, ensuring proper record keeping
    • Implement and adhere to National Core Standards
    • Support teaching and training within the ENT department
    • Conduct and supervise research within the ENT department
    • Manage administrative and academic duties in coordination with the Head of Department
    • Participate actively in academic programs, including ward rounds, workshops, congresses, journal clubs, and clinical audit meetings
    • Supervise and teach junior doctors and allied health care workers

    Contact for Enquiries:

    Dr. R.S. Masela
    Tel: (012) 521 4234

    Application Submission:

    • Deliver to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, 3111 Setlogelo Drive, Ga-Rankuwa, 0208 (ABT 06, HR Registry)
    • Post to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, Private Bag X422, Pretoria 0001
    • Online applications: www.gautengonline.gov.za

    3. Medical Specialist (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) Position

    Reference Number: 020934

    Directorate: Clinical Service
    Salary:

    • Grade 1: R1 271 901 per annum
    • Grade 2: R1 451 214 per annum
    • Grade 3: R1 680 780 per annum (All package inclusive)

    Centre: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital and Sefako Makgatho Health Science University

    Requirements:

    • Qualifications: MBChB & Fellowship/Mmed or equivalent in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
    • Registration: Current registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in the appropriate specialty (Public/Independent practice)
    • Experience:
      • Grade 1: No experience after registration as a Medical Specialist in a recognized Specialty
      • Grade 2: Minimum 5 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration
      • Grade 3: Minimum 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration

    Duties:

    • Clinical Services:
      • Provide specialist level patient care (inpatient and outpatient)
      • Conduct interdisciplinary consultations and referrals
      • Supervise registrars, medical officers, interns, and students
    • Outreach Services:
      • Extend services to level 1 and 2 health facilities
    • Teaching:
      • Organize and supervise clinical and theoretical teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate students
      • Participate in university teaching programs and examinations
    • Research:
      • Conduct and supervise research activities
    • Management and Administration:
      • Attend administrative and management duties related to the specialty
      • Participate in clinical and academic governance meetings
      • Engage in other relevant administrative meetings within or outside the hospital/university

    Contact for Enquiries:

    Dr. K Segwapa
    Tel: (012) 521 4006

    Application Submission:

    • Deliver to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, 3111 Setlogelo Drive, Ga-Rankuwa, 0208 (ABT 06, HR Registry)
    • Post to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, Private Bag X422, Pretoria 0001
    • Online applications: www.gautengonline.gov.za

    4. Medical Specialist Fellow Position

    Reference Number: REFS/020926

    Directorate: Surgery (Vascular)
    Salary: R1 271 901 per annum (All-inclusive package)
    Centre: Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

    Requirements:

    • Qualifications: Appropriate qualification allowing registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in General Surgery
    • Registration: HPCSA registration as Medical Specialist in Surgery
    • Experience: No experience required after registration as a Medical Specialist in Surgery

    Duties:

    • Clinical Responsibilities:
      • Conduct clinical history taking, examination, and assessment of patients
      • Request and analyze special investigations
      • Prescribe medications and therapies
      • Perform diagnostic and therapeutic surgical procedures in Surgery
    • Communication and Meetings:
      • Effectively communicate with colleagues
      • Attend Theatre meetings
    • Documentation and Other Duties:
      • Maintain clinical records
      • Perform other duties relevant to clinical patient management
    • Teaching and Training:
      • Advise and supervise Registrars
      • Provide formal teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate staff
      • Review current literature and engage in research
      • Attend Continuing Medical Education (CME) updates
    • Research:
      • Participate in departmental research to advance knowledge and clinical outcomes
    • Additional Information:
      • Joint-appointment with WITS University and within Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital Cluster
      • Mandatory medical surveillance and employment vetting (including criminal record checks and qualification verification)

    Contacts for Enquiries:

    • Prof T.E. Luvhengo
      Tel: 011 488 3373
    • Ms M.P. Rapetswa
      Tel: 011 488 3711

    Application Submission:

    • Deliver to: Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, No 17 Jubilee Road, Parktown, 2193, Admin Building, Room 10/02
    • Email (PDF Format only): Medicalhr.Cmjah@gauteng.gov.za

    5. Medical Officer Position

    Reference Number: REFS/020927

    Directorate: Anaesthesia
    Salary: R949 146 per annum (All-Inclusive Package)
    Centre: Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

    Requirements:

    • Qualifications: Appropriate qualifications allowing registration with HPCSA as a Medical Officer
    • Registration: Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Officer
    • Experience: No experience required after registration as a Medical Practitioner

    Duties:

    • Clinical Responsibilities:
      • Provide Anaesthesia services to patients at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital
    • Overtime and Service Delivery:
      • Participate in commuted overtime service delivery as required
    • Teaching and Training:
      • Teach and train medical students and theatre staff
    • Research Participation:
      • Participate in allocated research activities
    • Academic Program and Quality Assurance:
      • Contribute to the departmental academic program
      • Engage in quality assurance activities

    Contacts for Enquiries:

    • Dr M. Khalpey
      Tel: 011 488 4344 / 083 446 6555
    • Ms M. P. Rapetswa
      Tel: 011 488 3711

    Application Submission:

    • Deliver to: Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, No 17 Jubilee Road, Parktown, 2193, Admin Building, Room 10/02
    • Email (PDF Format only): Medicalhr.Cmjah@gauteng.gov.za (Use the Reference Number as the Subject)

    6. Operational Manager Nursing (Specialty Unit) Position

    Reference Number: REFS/020925
    Directorate: Nursing-Ophthalmology
    Salary: R656 964 per annum (Plus Benefits)
    Centre: Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

    Requirements:

    • Matric or equivalent qualification
    • Basic R452 qualification (Diploma/degree in nursing or equivalent) allowing registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse
    • Post-basic nursing qualification accredited with SANC (minimum 1-year duration)
    • Registration with SANC as Professional Nurse
    • Minimum 9 years recognizable experience in nursing after registration with SANC, with at least 5 years in the specified specialty area after obtaining post-basic qualification
    • Additional qualifications in Nursing Administration and computer literacy advantageous

    Duties:

    • Coordination of Nursing Services:
      • Coordinate nursing services within a specialty unit
      • Implement systems to ensure service delivery meets required standards as per policies, procedures, and operational plans
    • Legal and Ethical Practices:
      • Apply nursing legislation and ethical practices to enhance service delivery
    • Clinical Practice and Quality Assurance:
      • Ensure clinical nursing practice aligns with scope of practice and nursing standards
      • Promote quality nursing care as per professional scope and institutional standards
    • Compliance and Administration:
      • Ensure unit compliance with Ideal Hospital standards
      • Apply HR and financial policies for patient care coordination
      • Maintain effective communication with patients, relatives, supervisors, and healthcare team members
    • Supervisory and Team Management:
      • Supervise and manage a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal nursing care
      • Collaborate effectively with diverse colleagues
    • Support and Advisory Role:
      • Provide support and advice to health institutions within the cluster and catchment area
    • Health and Safety Compliance:
      • Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Act and Infection Prevention Control Policies
    • Training and Budget Management:
      • Include in-service training as part of daily duties
      • Control nursing care provision through staff scheduling and supervision
      • Manage budget and assets effectively for the department

    Contacts for Enquiries:

    • Mr. GNB Moeng
      Tel: 011 488 3424
    • Ms M. Maseko
      Tel: 011 488 4732

    Application Submission:

    7. Assistant Manager (Quality Assurance) Position

    Reference Number: REFS/020930
    Directorate: Quality Assurance
    Salary: R656 964 per annum (Plus benefits)
    Centre: Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital

    Requirements:

    • Qualifications:
      • Matric/Grade 12 Certificate
      • Basic qualification accredited with SANC (Diploma/Degree in Nursing or equivalent)
      • Registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse in General, Psychiatry & Midwifery
    • Experience:
      • Minimum 8 years recognizable experience in Nursing after registration with SANC
      • At least 3 years management experience
      • Minimum 3 years experience in Quality Assurance unit in Public Health Sector
    • Skills:
      • Knowledge of customer care programs
      • Understanding of legislative framework in public health facilities
      • Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
      • Presentation skills
      • Valid driver’s license

    Duties:

    • Management of Quality Assurance Services:
      • Ensure effective management of quality assurance services in the health facility
      • Oversee quality assurance programs and initiatives
    • Customer Care and Patient Safety:
      • Develop, support, and implement customer care programs
      • Facilitate implementation of NCS (RNS) & Ministerial priorities
    • Quality Improvement and Complaint Management:
      • Develop and implement Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs)
      • Implement complaint management system
      • Manage patient safety incidents
    • General Management Responsibilities:
      • Manage staff development and performance (PMDS)
      • Ensure training of employees on quality assurance matters
      • Appropriately manage material resources
    • Additional Responsibilities:
      • Perform other duties delegated by the supervisor

    Contacts for Enquiries:

    • Ms. GM Tabane
      Tel: (012) 529 3427

    Application Submission:

    • Deliver to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, 3111 Setlogelo Drive, Ga-Rankuwa, 0208, ABT 06 (HR Registry)
    • Post to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, Private Bag X422, Pretoria 0001
    • Online applications: www.gautengonline.gov.za

    8. Social Worker Supervisor Position

    Reference Number: REFS/020906
    Directorate: Clinical Support and Therapeutic Service
    Salary:

    • Grade 1: R452 667 per annum
    • Grade 2: R554 919 per annum (plus benefits)
      Centre: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital

    Requirements:

    • Education:
      • Grade 12
      • Bachelor of Social Work
      • Current registration with SACSSP (South African Council for Social Service Professions)
    • Experience:
      • Minimum 7 years appropriate experience as a social worker after SACSSP registration
      • Experience in healthcare setting preferred
    • Skills:
      • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
      • Knowledge of social work values, principles, policies, legislation, and ethical practices
      • Presentation skills
      • Diversity management
      • Teamwork and collaboration
      • Supervision skills

    Duties:

    • Supervisory Responsibilities:
      • Ensure effective interventions promoting social wellbeing at points of interaction with environment
      • Support social workers in providing services to protect vulnerable and at-risk individuals
      • Monitor, evaluate, and assess effectiveness of social work interventions
    • Policy and Legal Compliance:
      • Interpret and apply social work policies, legislation, and ethical practices
      • Provide guidance on related matters

    Contacts for Enquiries:

    • Ms. Kate Monageng
      Tel: (012) 529 3257

    Application Submission:

    9. Professional Nurse (Quality Assurance) Position

    Reference Number: REFS/020932
    Directorate: Quality Assurance
    Salary:

    • Grade 1: R307 473 per annum
    • Grade 2: R375 480 per annum
    • Grade 3: R451 533 per annum (Plus benefits)
      Centre: Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital

    Requirements:

    • Education:
      • Matric/Grade 12 Certificate
      • Basic qualification accredited with SANC (Diploma / Degree) in Nursing or equivalent
      • Registration with SANC as Professional Nurse (General, Psychiatric, and Midwifery)
      • Current registration with SANC
    • Experience:
      • Grade 1: 0-9 years’ experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse
      • Grade 2: Minimum 10 years recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse
      • Grade 3: Minimum 20 years recognizable experience in nursing after registration as Professional Nurse
      • Minimum 3 years experience in Quality Assurance or as a quality champion in the ward
    • Skills:
      • Knowledge of customer care service programs
      • Understanding of legislative framework applicable to Quality Assurance in public health
      • Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
      • Presentation, report writing, facilitation, coordination, and problem-solving skills
      • Good interpersonal, communication, people management, and teamwork skills
      • Ability to interact with diverse stakeholders
      • Ability to work under pressure and be a creative thinker

    Duties:

    • Management of Quality Assurance Services:
      • Coordinate Quality Assurance programs in the health facility
      • Support and implement Customer care programs and Batho Pele Principle
      • Facilitate implementation of NCS (RNS) & 6 Ministerial priorities including IHRM
      • Develop and implement Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs)
      • Implement complaint management system and manage Patient Safety Incidents
    • Training and Communication:
      • Conduct training of employees on Quality Assurance matters
      • Compile and submit reports timely
      • Communicate with stakeholders, internal and external, on Quality Assurance matters
    • Additional Responsibilities:
      • Participate in clinical audit and clinical risk management
      • Perform other duties delegated by the supervisor

    Contacts for Enquiries:

    • Ms. GM Tabane
      Tel: (012) 529 3427

    Application Submission:

    • Deliver to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, 3111 Setlogelo Drive, Ga-Rankuwa, 0208, ABT 06 (HR Registry)
    • Post to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, Private Bag X422, Pretoria 0001
    • Online applications: www.gautengonline.gov.za

    10. Electroencephalogram (EEG) Technician Grade 1 Position

    Reference Number: REFS/020944
    Directorate: Neurology
    Salary: R376 524 per annum (plus benefits)
    Centre: Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital

    Requirements:

    • Education:
      • Grade 12
      • Electroencephalogram (EEG) qualification
      • Registration with HPCSA as Electroencephalogram (EEG) Technician
      • Computer skills (Word, Excel)

    Duties:

    • Perform EEGs in the department of neurology
    • Book, prepare, and record EEGs for adults and children
    • Maintain EEG equipment
    • Interact with doctors, nurses, and patients

    Contacts for Enquiries:

    • Prof DS Magazi
      Tel: (012) 521 4136

    Application Submission:

    Application Guidelines

    • Document Submission:
    • Shortlisting Process:
      • All shortlisted candidates will undergo a pre-entry practical exercise.
      • Applications using the old Z83 form will not be considered.
      • Each application must be fully completed, initialled, and signed by the applicant.
    • Certified Copies Submission:
      • Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview.
      • Ensure the specific reference number is quoted correctly in all correspondence.
    • Communication and Unsuccessful Applications:
      • Correspondence will be conducted with shortlisted candidates only.
      • If not contacted within three (3) months after the closing date (02 August 2024), consider the application unsuccessful.

    The application process for positions within the Gauteng Department of Health adheres to strict guidelines aimed at ensuring transparency and fairness. Prospective applicants are encouraged to meticulously complete the updated Z83 form and submit a comprehensive CV as per the specified requirements. Shortlisted candidates will undergo rigorous assessments, including a pre-entry practical exercise, to determine suitability for the positions. It is essential for applicants to follow all instructions closely, including quoting the correct reference number and adhering to the specified deadlines.

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