• Reference Number : REFS/048548
• Directorate : Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Number of Posts : 3

• Package : R 1 041 402.00 (per annum) (All-inclusive - package)
• Enquiries : Prof L Chauke Tel: 011 488 4178 Ms L. Maseko. Rapetswa Tel: 011 488 3711

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualifications that allow registration with HPCSA as Medical Practitioner. HPCSA registration as Medical Practitioner. Proof of current HPCSA registration for April2026/March2027. No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner. The following will be added advantages: Work experience in the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. CMSA part 1a (and 1b) examinations. Auxiliary courses relevant to the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (example ACLS).

Duties :

• The incumbent will be responsible for patient care including interviewing, investigating, diagnosing and treating patients including managing related administrative duties. The registrar role includes active participation in all discipline-related activities, particularly in teaching and research, as well as involvement in departmental audit processes. Key responsibilities include the preparation and writing of reports, effective liaison and communication with relevant stakeholders, and engagement in community outreach initiatives. The incumbent will also be required to teach and supervise junior medical staff, including undergraduate students, interns, and community service doctors. Attendance at relevant administrative meetings—such as mortality and near-miss meetings—is mandatory, along with the timely completion of medico-legal documentation (e.g., death certificates). The incumbent is expected to contribute to improving the quality of care by providing appropriate clinical management and reducing medical litigation through adherence to sound clinical practice and ethical standards. The role further requires the implementation and monitoring of compliance with National Core Standards (norms and standards), as well as ensuring accurate administration and proper record-keeping within the department. The incumbent must be willing to perform commuted overtime, including after-hours duties (nights, weekends, and public holidays), to ensure continuous, uninterrupted patient care. Registrars will, inter alia, be responsible for delivering clinical services, including the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients. They will be rotated through related departments across various hospitals including but not limited to, Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital, Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital, Klerksdorp/Tshepong Hospital Complex, Potchefstroom Hospital, Sebokeng Hospital, Leratong Hospital, Edenvale Hospital and Thelle Mogoerane Hospital.

Notes :

• This is a five-year training post subject to annual renewal upon satisfactory performance and meeting training goals. Registrar positions will be joint appointments between the Gauteng Department of Health and the University of Witwatersrand. 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 : 13-05-2026

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.