• Reference Number : REFS/042626
• Directorate : MOTHER & CHILD- OBSTETRICS AND GYNAECOLOGY
• Number of Posts : 2

• Package : R 2 084.754.00 PER ANNUM (ALL INCLUSIVE)
• Enquiries : Dr Luthuli Tel. No (011) 933 0268 or Ms Mmatli (011) 933 8174

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or sub-specialists. Current registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology or sub-specialists for current registration 2026/2027. Certificate (or equivalent degree) in a Subspecialty is an advantage. A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA in your sub-speciality. Exposure in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, involvement in research and management skills will be of an added advantage. COMPETENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to lead a diverse group of health professionals, the ability to interpret and implement policies, work with the hospital and academic department using a collaborative approach, mentor junior staff and show commitment to excellence in patient care and a track record of successful academic productivity.

Duties :

• To provide direct patient care, clinical management of women and to supervise and teach interns, registrars, and fellows. Undertake regular follow-up ward rounds with interns, Junior Medical Officers, Registrars and Fellows, Design protocols for management of Obstetric and Gynaecological conditions in multidisciplinary team to assist healthcare facilities that refer to our hospital in supporting their clinicians with managing patients in their facilities through running outreach programs and being accessible to them, to perform management and administrative duties. To develop and sustain clinical services that will contribute towards improving the quality of care and clinical services offered to women requiring Obstetrics and Gynaecological services and the appropriate requirements for management of women who seek care in our hospital, to assist the Head of Department when needed, on different matters around management and running of the Department, to participate in Gauteng Department of Health, Hospital and University management/ administrative structures and committees, to partake in teaching/ training of both undergraduate and postgraduate students, to teach and train Medical students, Interns, Medical Officers, Registrars, Fellows, Nurses and Allied, to be involved in development of curriculum for both under and post graduate students, to be involved in all activities around development and growth of Students and Fellows. To conduct clinical research and partake in research activities and supervision of both under- and post graduate students involved in research, establish, and maintain a database of all patients. Lead the development of relevant research in the subspecialty of her/his choice. Establish a strong working relationship and research collaboration with other specialists or professionals from the department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic hospital, other University of the Witwatersrand affiliated hospitals and entities, and both national and international professionals in the field of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Comply with the Performance Management and Development System (contracting, quarterly reviews and final assessment).

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. Application 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 Z83 form must be fully completed and singed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicant. All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not 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 and detailed CV will be disqualified. Application must indicate the post reference number on their application. 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 Qualification Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualification remain responsible for ensuring that their qualification are evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as require by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities, Coloured Males and Females, Indian Males and Females, White Males and Females are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : CHRIS HANI BARAGWANATH ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 27-03-2026

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.