• Reference Number : refs/050014
• Directorate : CLINICAL
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R338 106 – x-Prog 398 277 (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Dr PM Kokota Tel No: 018 788 1708

Requirements :

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification on NQF level 4 and BSC (CMP) or equivalent and currently registered with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a medical Clinical Associate.

Duties :

• To obtain full patient history and conduct physical examination. Formulate differential diagnoses. Order and interpret basic diagnostic tests (e.g. blood tests, urine tests, X-rays with supervision) in accordance with his or her level of education, training, and experience. Perform various procedures such as venepuncture and IV cannulation, suturing, incision and drainage. Plastering and splinting, basic airway management. Basic life support and assisting with advanced life support. Lumber puncture. Initiate treatment plans for common conditions. Prescribing medicines for common and important conditions according to the primary health care level Essential Drug List (ELD) and up to schedule IV, expect in emergencies when appropriate drugs of higher schedules may be prescribed. Prescribing limited medications as per their formulary under supervision. Monitor patients progress. Assist in chronic disease management. Act as a first or second assistant in theatre procedures. Perform minor surgical tasks under supervision. Make appropriate admissions, discharges and referrals.

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. 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. Leave the following question blank if they are not in 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, detailed CV and registration certificate and a proof of current registration card/certificate with relevant professional body will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number as stated on the advert in 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. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Preference will be given to internal candidates. 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. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Carletonville Hospital

Closing Date : 23-06-2026

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.