• Reference Number : REFS/035017
• Directorate : Clinical Services
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 2 084 754.00 Per annum (All Inclusive Package)
• Enquiries : Dr Kenneth Matea Tel no. 012 529 3203/4

Requirements :

• MBChB or equivalent qualification, Fellowship of the College of Surgeons (SA) or equivalent qualification and Certificate in Colorectal surgery (SA). Proof of current registration with the HPCSA as a Subspecialist in Colorectal surgery. A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience after registration as a Medical Specialist. Must demonstrate experience in surgical practice and patient care in the field of colorectal surgery. Strong commitment to teaching and mentorship, with demonstrated experience in an academic setting. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work in a team. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, TRAINING AND COMPETENCIES: Inherent requirement of the job: The successful incumbent may be required to perform commuted overtime in the Department of General Surgery, including evening and weekend duties as required and participation in on-call schedules for emergency cases.

Duties :

• The post requires the incumbent to provide subspecialist services in colorectal surgery. The incumbent will be expected to perform a wide range of surgical procedures related to colorectal diseases, including but not limited to colorectal cancer surgeries, inflammatory bowel disease surgery and minimally invasive techniques. Conduct thorough assessments, diagnostics and follow-up care for patients with colorectal conditions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs. Ensure adherence to safety protocols and best practices in surgical care. Maintain detailed medical records and document all patient interactions in compliance with hospital policies. Research: The incumbent will be expected to engage in clinical and translational research aimed at advancing the field of colorectal surgery. Contribute to the development of research proposals, grant applications and publications in peer-reviewed journals. Foster collaborations with other departments and institution to enhance research opportunities. Teaching: The incumbent will be expected to provide high-quality education and training to both postgraduate and undergraduate medical students through lectures, hands-on workshops and clinical rotations. Mentor postgraduate surgical registrars, providing guidance on clinical skills, surgical techniques and professional development. Participate in the development and implementation of curricula for surgical education, ensuring alignment with current best practices and advancements in colorectal surgery.

Notes :

• 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 . NB: Where Driver’s Licence is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. Application should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents plus a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV), Registration Certificate with relevant professional body (HPCSA) and a proof of current registration (Annual Practicing Certificate/Card). Applications without proof of a new Z83 application form, a detailed CV, registration certificate and a proof of current registration card/certificate with relevant professional body will be disqualified. (Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). All foreign qualification must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5/1993. It is Department’s intention to promote representivity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. WOMEN AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 23-01-2026

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.