• Reference Number : REFS/048449
• Directorate : Internal Medicine (Endocrinology)
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 2 084 754.00 Per Annum (All-Inclusive Package)
• Enquiries : Prof A. Mahomed TEL 011 488 3654/3554 Ms. L. Maseko TEL 011 488 3711

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualifications that allow registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine or in a recognized Sub-Specialist. Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine or in a recognized Sub-Speciality. A minimum of 03 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine or a recognized Sub-Specialist.

Duties :

• As a head of unit, the candidate will be responsible for the clinical management of general medical patients and sub specialist medicine responsibilities. The incumbent will be required to lead operational and academic ward rounds including post-intake, follow-up and grand rounds. As the most senior doctor in the unit, the incumbent will be required to supervise registrars, medical officers, intern doctors and students in patient care and the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Other clinical duties will include managing patients at OPD, managing patients attending the Subspeciality or Speciality Ward Consultations within a relevant Sub-Speciality. The desired candidate will be required to set an appropriate example of an exemplary medical practitioner and serve as a role model and clinical mentor to junior doctors and associated clinical staff. The HOU will also require active participation in the management aspects of the hospital, equipment meetings, procurement and labour issues relevant to the department, active involvement in cluster hospital outreach and development. Co-ordination of sub-specialist services at CMJAH and cluster hospitals for both inpatient and outpatient services. Supervision of the clinical technology service as required. Overseeing the development of appropriate referral pathways and development of services at referral hospitals. ESENTIAL SKILLS: Patient first mentality: General management skills; Excellent communication skills; Good professional judgement; Integrity and professional dependability; Leadership experience; Conflict management; Cost-containment. Management training and experience; Technology and computer skills; Problem-solving experience; coaching and mentoring experience. ACADEMIC: Participation in the academic duties of the Wits Internal Medicine and related Department/Sub Specialities. Performance of research within the department. Supervision of research within the department and MMed students. The candidate must be actively involved in research on an individual levels as well as to foster a research network within the department. University and also nationally and internationally. Training and supervision of Senior registrars, Medical Officers, Medical Interns and Medical students including tutorials, teaching ward rounds and skills development. The desired candidate will also be required to provide medical support and guidance to nursing staff.

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. Applications 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 new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. “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. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. 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 Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory; however, it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 04-05-2026

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.