• Reference Number : refs/021608
  • Directorate : Clinical Services
  • Number of Posts : 3
  • Package : Grade 1: R1 271 901, Grade 2: R1 451 214, Grade 3: R1 680 780.00 per annum (All package inclusive)
  • Enquiries : Dr. PS Mazibuko, Tel no. (012) 521 4032/4143

Requirements :

  • MBCHB. FC Psych / MMed (Psychiatry) or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in a normal specialty (Psychiatry). Certificate of registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in a normal specialty (Psychiatry). Current registration (2024/2025) as a Medical Specialist with HPCSA. Grade 1 no experience after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in a recognised Specialty, Grade 2 a minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA in a recognised Specialty and Grade 3 a minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in a recognised Specialty. Sound knowledge and skills associated with the practice of Psychiatry. Ability to diagnose and manage common medical problems including emergencies. Good communication, leadership, interpersonal and decision-making qualities. Knowledge of current Health Legislation and policies as it relates to Public Institutions.

Duties :

  • Provide in-patient and out-patient clinical services. Plan, coordinate and ensure that Speciality clinics are conducted. Assist with undergraduate and post-graduate training. Maintain clinical, professional and ethical conduct. Administrative responsibilities: Provide effective and efficient specialist outreach consultant support at regional and district level facilities within the DGMAH cluster within the scope of acceptance and current practices in order to facilitate optimal health care provision. Active participation in hospital management committees. Assist with the development of policies and protocols of the hospital. Training junior staff and promote on-going staff development in accordance with individual and departmental needs. Maintain satisfactory clinical, professional and ethical standards in the department. Stimulate, assist with and conduct research relevant to the Department of Psychiatry Performance of overtime duties is a requirement (after hours, public holidays and weekends). Demonstrate the ability to work as a part of a multidisciplinary team

Notes :

  • Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the completed CV and new updated Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each application for employment must be fully completed, initialled, and signed by the applicant. Failure to complete will lead to disqualification during the selection process. Section A, B, C and D 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 as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. The question that relates to conditions that prevents re-appointment under part F must be answered. Declaration must be completed and signed). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on or before the day of the interview. Please ensure that the specific reference number is quoted correctly. Applications can be delivered to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, 3111 Setlogelo Drive, Ga-Rankuwa, 0208. ABT 06 (HR Registry) or posted to: Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital, Private Bag X422, Pretoria 0001. Due to technical problems with GPG vacancy website that the institution is consistently faced with, applicants are encouraged to apply using any of the above methods. 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 to fill this position. It is legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Check (PSC)- Verification, upon appointment within the department. This verification processes entails reference checks, identity verification, qualification verification, criminal records checks. Successful candidates will be subjected to OHS medical surveillance as required by HBA regulations within OHS Act 85 of 1993.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Dr. George Mukhari Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 07-10-2024


Criteria Questions
Do you have MBCHB and FC Psych / MMed (Psychiatry) or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in a normal specialty (Psychiatry)?
Do you have certificate of registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in a normal specialty (Psychiatry)?
Are you currently registered as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry?

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.