• Reference Number : refs/022480
• Directorate : Psychiatry
• Number of Posts : 3

• Package : R 1 001 349. 00 PER ANNUM (ALL-INCLUSIVE PACKAGE)
• Enquiries : Dr. M.B. Edoo Tel: 011 489 1070 email - Rirhandzu.Kubai@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner. No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner. Current registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner. The following will be an added advantage- A minimum of 4 years ‘experience as a Medical Officer in Psychiatry.

Duties :

• Clinical assessment, history taking, mental status examination and physical examination of psychiatric patients, formulation, development and execution of evidence based and compassionate patient care plans. Adherence to cost containment measures in service delivery is important. Assessment and management of medical and psychiatric emergencies. Counseling and education of patients and families. Keep proper clinical records including all laboratory results. Preparation of referral letters and discharge summaries for all patients. Participate in ward /departmental administrative duties. Teaching of students. Work within a multi-disciplinary team and report all conflict of interest and corruption. Participate in outreach, academic and research programs at any of the Gauteng Health facilities. Willing to work longer hours (night, weekends and public holiday).

Notes :

• These positions will be joint appointments between the Gauteng Department of Health and the following academic institutions: University of Witwatersrand /University of Pretoria and/ Sefako Makgatho University 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. Applications 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 new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in 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. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. 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 Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Helen Joseph Hospital

Closing Date : 19-05-2025

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.