• Reference Number : REFS/057380
• Directorate : Internal Medicine (Critical care)
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 395 528.00 (per annum) (All-inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Dr O Smith TEL 011 488 3567/ Dr P Africa TEL 011 488 4181 Ms. L. Maseko TEL 011 488 3711

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Critical care and/or a sub specialist in Critical care. Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialty in Critical care. No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist. Knowledge and Skills: Sound clinical knowledge and skills applicable to Critical Care. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. Computer literacy. The following will be an added advantage: current registration with the HPCSA as a specialist in disciplinary with eligibility for training as subspecialist in critical care e.g: internal medicine (FCP-SA), general Surgery (FCS-SA), Anaesthesia (FCA-SA), Emergency Physician (FCEM-SA) or other equivalent.

Duties :

• As a Critical Care Fellow, the candidate will be responsible for the clinical management of patients within the general intensive care unit, institution of appropriate organ support modalities and monitoring thereof. The incumbent will be required to lead operational and academic ward rounds, including post-intake, follow-up and teaching rounds. In addition, the incumbent will be required to supervise registrars, medical officers, intern doctors and students, inpatient care and the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Other clinical duties will include review and triage of critically ill patients within the hospital, provision of guidance, assessment of candidacy for ICU admission, and review post discharge from ICU. 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 associate clinical staff. Outreach to cluster hospitals of the CMJAH complex may be required if unit staffing levels allow. Fulfil the training requirement as set out by relevant CMSA body for completion of the Certificate in Critical Care. Participation in the educational duties of the Division of Critical Care Medicine. Performance of research within the Department is recommended. Supervision of research within the Department and MMed students is also recommended. Training and supervision of Registrars, Medical Officer, Medical Intern and Medical students, including tutorials, teaching ward and skills development, the desired candidate will also be required to provide medical support and guidance to nursing staff.

Notes :

• Please note the salary will be adjusted according to years of experience as per OSD policy. 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). 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 : 20-11-2026

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.