• Reference Number : refs/056049
• Directorate : PSYCHIATRY
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 1 041 402 per annum plus benefits
• Enquiries : Prof GP Grobler : 012 354 3191

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with HPCSA as an Independent Medical Practitioner and currently registered . At least 6 months experience in psychiatry clinical services as an independent practitioner will be an added advantage. Be able to register as a candidate for MMed Psychiatry at the University of Pretoria (UP) and FC Psych SA (Colleges of Medicine – SA) (CMSA). A DMH or FC Psych Part 1 will be added advantage.

Duties :

• The post is a 4 year joint-appointment as a registrar in psychiatry at the Department of Psychiatry at UP and Steve Biko Academic hospital. The successful candidate must provide clinical services to mental health care users at Steve Biko Academic Hospital, complete the required rotations at Weskoppies Hospital, render outreach services to the Tshwane District hospital and related clinics, participate in the department’s academic programmes, research activities and clinical administrative work. Successful candidates will be expected to rotate through all the training units as per the HPCSA, CMSA, and the University of Pretoria’s MMed Psychiatry requirements, within the 4 years.

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 required 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 : STEVE BIKO ACADEMIC HOSPITAL

Closing Date : 18-08-2026

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.