Medical Officer

As printed in Circular 36 of 2026 · page 143 · open the PDF

POST 36/159: MEDICAL OFFICER REF NO: REFS/056642 Re- Advertisement Directorate: Obstetrics And Gynaecology
SALARY: Grade 1: R1 041 402 per annum, (all-inclusive package) Grade 2: R1 188 255 per annum, (all-inclusive package) Grade 3: R1 375 245 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE: Leratong Hospital
REQUIREMENTS: Appropriate qualification of MBcHB/MBBcH that allows for registration with the HPCSA as a Medical doctor. Registration with the HPCSA as an Independent Medical officer, and experience working independently in a Choice on Termination of Pregnancy (CTOP), Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Contraception unit. Knowledge And Skills: CTOP Act 92 of 1996 and medicolegal aspects, Good communication and counselling skills. Be able to perform a Second trimester termination of pregnancies. Basic Obstetrics and Gynaecology sonar skills. Knowledge of relevant patient care guidelines and regulated norms and standards (National core standards,) knowledge of annual performance plan objectives and priorities in relation to programs e.g. patient experience of care programs to improve clinical services).
DUTIES: Overall clinical management of CTOP, Contraception and Gynaecology unit. Supervision of intern doctors, clinical associates, students, and other clinical staff. Managing patients at CTOP unit, Obstetrics & Gynaecology department and function in a multi-disciplinary team. Be part of the hospital clinical management team, District Health Service management team and support management in the planning and governance of clinical service in the hospital. Manage Patients effectively and efficiently. Improve patient/ Client care through implementation of appropriate evaluation methods, tools, protocols & Procedures. Manage gynae ward and obstetric care wards to improve patient care outcomes, work with patient safety incidence committee for the complete analysis of prevention and improved approaches. Improve patient records keeping; enhance accessibility of clinical Service, involved in clinical auditing. Improve Data Collection among doctors and nurses Iin the department of O&G. Ensure compliance with the National Core Standards/ Ideal hospital Framework. Ensure compliance with the code of conduct and public service Act, Regulations, and PFMA. Assist in managing internal and external stakeholder complaints & conflicts effectively, within the unit. Permanent Residence or SA Citizenship in essential. Contribute to the academic Activities of the Hospital. To perform commuted Overtime Duties.
ENQUIRIES: Ms N Serobatse Tel No: (011) 411-3563 / Ms M Nkuna Tel No: (011) 411- 3677/3516
APPLICATIONS: Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: – http//www.professionaljobcenter.gpg.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed or emailed applications will be accepted. NB For assistance with online applications please email your query to e-recruitment@gauteng.gov.za
NOTE: NB: Applications who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply. 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 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. Plus, a recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). 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 to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications (SAQA). All foreign qualifications must be accompanied by evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will only be limited to shortlisted candidates. Suitable candidates will be subjected to vetting and personnel pre-employment suitability checks (criminal record, citizenships, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification) where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skill/knowledge test. Medical surveillance will be conducted on the recommended candidates. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. It is Departments intention to promote representativity (race, gender, and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of these posts. The Department reserves the right not to appoint/fill this post. NB: The Public Service does not charge any fees for applying for posts. Should you be asked for a fee, please let the authorities know. People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE: 23 October 2026