• Reference Number : refs/057022
• Directorate : Surgery
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R671.00 Grade 1, R766.00 Grade 2 and R887.00 Grade 3 per hour
• Enquiries : Dr. A.B Singh Tel. No: 011 898 8000

Requirements :

• An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in General Surgery. Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in General Surgery and proof of current registration. Grade 1 no experience required after registration with the HPCSA as Specialist in General Surgery. Grade 2 a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with HPCSA. Grade 3 a minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA.

Duties :

• An in-depth knowledge of the functioning of General Surgery department. Ability to perform appropriate specialized procedures within the field of expertise. Assessment, diagnosis and management of patients within the field of expertise. Proven academic capabilities and training experience of junior staff (nurses, medical students and interns and medical officers). Sound knowledge of management and human resources. Sound knowledge of current health and public service legislation and policies. Good communication and supervisory skills, ability to work within a team. Be stress tolerance and self-confidence, capability to build and maintain relationships. Leadership and decision-making skills. Management of designated areas of responsibility within the Surgery department at Tambo Memorial Hospital. Conducting of clinics, ward rounds and consultations to other disciplines. Drawing up of protocols for patients and ward/clinic management. Performing regular audits of the department.

Notes :

• Applications should be uploaded online at www.gautengonline.gov.za or http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za. No faxed application or hand delivery will be considered Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form. The application form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 must be fully completed (Please refer on the left side of Z83 special notes for clarity) and must be initialed and signed. On the Z83 application form, the Department where position was advertised 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, service certificate and other relevant documents on application. Z83 form must be accompanied by recently updated detailed Curriculum Vitae. All experience should be in a chronological order. The experience on the Curriculum Vitae must contain the institution, position and dates (DD/MM/YYYY) indicating the starting and ending period to be able to calculate the years of experience. The information on the new Z83 must be in sync/correspond with the Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required/requested to submit certified copies of qualifications, service certificate and other relevant documents on or before the interview. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification will be required to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). HR will conduct Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) and Verification Checks. The Department reserve the right to conduct verification beyond information provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information mentioned above with the exception of HR verification checks, will result in the candidate being disqualify. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. Tambo Memorial Hospital 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 are encouraged apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Tambo Memorial Hospital

Closing Date : 30-10-2026

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.