• Reference Number : refs/024121
• Directorate : SURGERY
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 2 600 811.00 PER ANNUM (ALL INCLUSIVE REMUNERATION PACKAGE)
• Enquiries : Dr Mustafa ( 011) 933 9154/815 and Rirhandzu.Mmatli@gauteng.gov.za Tel (011) 933 8174

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Surgery. Current registration with HPCSA for 2025/2026. A minimum of three (3) years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist in Surgery. Experience of training registrars in General Surgery. Training of Fellows in the various sub-specialities of General Surgery will be an advantage. Experience in research, administration, management and finance is desirable. COMPETENCIES /KNOWLEDGE /SKILLS: A sound knowledge of government regulations, policies, and acts is needed including the ability to interpret and implement policies. The following are required attributes; Teambuilding; People and interpersonal relations skills; Communication skills (verbal and written); Organizational problem-solving. The candidate should be highly motivated and enthusiastic in the care of patients requiring surgical treatment. The ability to work under pressure, lead transformational change in a complex environment and the ability to manage change in the department is also important.

Duties :

• Manage and run a Surgery department at CHBAH. Perform clinical duties in areas of personal special interest and expertise. Ensure that clinical services are provided. Active participation in administrative duties of the department which include planning, budgeting, PMDS, student assessments and research. Comply with the Performance and development System (Contracting, six monthly reviews and final assessments). To collaborate and assist the Director of Clinical Services at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital and the Cluster Hospitals whenever needed, in service delivery, teaching and training as an outreach programme. Ensure that appropriate, ethical, and quality research is performed in the department as part of a wider agenda to explore improvements in health care in the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital region and South Africa as a whole with publication of the results in peer-reviewed scientific journals. As part of the University’s responsibility, ensure sufficient and high-quality teaching be provided to undergraduate students, postgraduates students and Fellows. Participate in the Fellowship examinations of the College of Surgeons of South Africa and assist the HPCSA in its accreditation of Surgery care provision in the cluster. Ensure the employment of the previously disadvantaged individuals in terms of race, gender, and disability to enhance equity. Perform commuted overtime as per departmental requirement. Contribute to departmental planning, budgeting, and procurement processes as well as monitoring and evaluation.

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 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 : 05-12-2025

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.