• Reference Number : REFS/048497
• Directorate : PAEDIATRICS
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : Grade 1 - R1 395 528.00 Grade 2 - R1 592 274.00 Grade 3 - R1 844 151.00 per annum (All-inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Prof. I. Smuts - Tel no: 012 354 5296 / 5276

Requirements :

• Senior/National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery plus MMed (Paed) or FC (Paed) (SA). Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist Paediatrics. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA from 01 April 2026 to 31 March 2027. Medical Specialist Grade 1 no experience after registration with HPCSA, Medical Specialist Grade 2 - A minimum of 05 years’ experience after registration with HPCSA and Medical Specialist Grade 3 - A minimum of 10 years’ experience after registration with HPCSA in a normal Speciality. Advantages: The candidate with interest in working in Paediatric pulmonology and Paediatric intensive care. The candidate must possess the following skills: problem-solving and firm decision-making skills, strong leadership, sound communication and the ability to resolve conflicts. It is essential to participate in the academic activities of the Department, including pre-and post-graduate training as well as clinical research. Continuous education and evaluation in the clinical setting of Paediatrics is essential. Experience in teaching and learning, supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students. This is a joint appointment between the University of Pretoria (Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Paediatrics) and Steve Biko Academic Hospital. The incumbent will be responsible for providing leadership in clinical service delivery, teaching, research, and academic administration within the field of Paediatrics.

Duties :

• The successful candidate will be expected to coordinate the different components of Paediatrics and related disciplines in the Paediatric Pulmonology and Paediatric Intensive Care Unit. It will be expected that comprehensive patient management in a tertiary care Paediatric intensive care facility should be provided, and continuation of care in the primary and secondary health care sector should be ensured. It will require networking in the Cluster to optimize patient flow and ensure optimal use of limited PICU beds. In- and outpatient follow up for selected patients not ready to be transferred to a lower level of care after being discharged from PICU will be expected to ensure continuation of care and improve outcome The candidate will have to supervise and manage the medical staff. A critical component will be administration, ICD 10 coding, and record keeping. Academic, M&M - and Hospital related meetings should be attended. Participation in commuted overtime will be expected. Personal clinical training with a focus on Paediatric pulmonology and intensive care as well as related medical domains is essential. The knowledge should be applied, transferred to the students and related clinical research.

Notes :

• Kindly note that No payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts. 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. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents.The Z83 form must be fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not possession of such:” If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Application must indicate the post reference number on their application. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR Unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males and Females, Indian Males and Females, White Males and Females are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : STEVE BIKO ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 08-05-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.