• Reference Number : refs/056822
• Directorate : Clinical
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 395 528.00 per annum (all inclusive package) OSD salary
• Enquiries : Dr Chen Tel; 011 321 6000

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Emergency Medicine- MMed (Emergency Medicine) and FCEM(SA). HPCSA registration as an Independent/Public Specialist Medical Practitioner. Proof of current registration with HPCSA (2026/2027). Extensive and relevant experience of working in Emergency Departments of Regional and/or Tertiary hospitals. Medical practitioners who have completed their specialist training and passed the Part 2 Fellowship Examination in Emergency Medicine but are still awaiting registration with HPCSA may apply. Up to date professional knowledge and skills in Emergency Medicine. Responsible management of human and other resources. Excellent leadership, communication, professional and interpersonal skills.

Duties :

• The incumbent’s responsibilities amongst others will include Assessment, resuscitation and stabilization of acutely ill and injured patients in the Emergency Department. Acceptance of referrals from the lower-level facilities and appropriate disposition of patients to relevant specialties/disciplines and/or higher-level facilities. Supervision and training of junior doctors (registrars, medical officers, community service doctors, and interns) and undergraduate students. Participation in clinical research within the Emergency Department, the hospital and the district. Attendance and participation in relevant administrative meetings such as departmental morbidity and mortality meetings, academic meetings, hospital patient safety incident review meetings and completion of medicolegal documents timeously. Application of good clinical ethos and ensuring the implementation of National Core Standards. Coordination of and participation in all the activities of the department and in the multidisciplinary team approach to patients’ care and management in the Emergency Department. Willingness to participate in the contracted commuted overtime to render after-hour services (nights, weekends, public holidays) that will ensure provision of continuous and uninterrupted care to patients in the Emergency Department. Willingness to participate in all relevant stakeholder engagements within the Region E district health services that will facilitate provision of optimal emergency care within the district. Incumbent alongside other Emergency Medicine Specialist will participate in the clinical, administrative, supervisory, research and academic activities within the Division of Emergency Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, The University of the Witwatersrand.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following website https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za . No hand-delivered, or emailed applications will be accepted. An application must include only a comprehensive CV and the updated Z83 form (obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents) quoting the correct position and reference number, completed, initialled and signed. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification during the selection process. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full, Section E, F and G: Noting that there’s a limited space provided applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable - If the CV has been attached and provides the required information. On the CV all experience should be in a chronological order indicating the employer, position and employment period. On the CV indicate the starting and ending period (DD/MM/YYYY). Please ensure your CV includes the names of all schools/institutions attended. The Information on the new Z83 must be in sync with the Curriculum Vitae. (Reference checks)- Provide at least 3 of which one must be immediate supervisor, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary. Failure to submit all the relevant information preceding the statement above will result in disqualifying the candidate. The question that relates to conditions that prevents re-appointment under part F must be answered. Correspondence will be entered with shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The employer reserves the right not to fill this post. NB: Where Driver’s License is mandatory, exception will be granted for people with disabilities. It is a legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (PSC) - Verification, upon appointment within the department. This verification processes entails reference checks, identity verification, qualification verification, criminal records checks etc. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993. Women and people with disability are encouraged to apply.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Edenvale Regional Hospital

Closing Date : 16-10-2026

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.