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GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
ERRATUM: Leratong Hospital: Kindly note that the post of Medical Specialist: Ophthalmology with Ref No: REFS/056951 was advertised with the incorrect package in Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 dated 23 October 2026, the correct package is Grade 1: R 1 395 528 per annum (all-inclusive package), Grade 2: R1 592 274 per annum (all-inclusive package), Grade 3: R1 844 151 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
OTHER POSTS
MEDICAL OFFICER REF NO: REFS/057194
Directorate: Anaesthesia
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 medical degree that allows registration with the HPCSA as a medical practitioner. Grade 1: No experience required. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Officer. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as medical officer after registration with the HPCSA as a medical officer. Practitioners completing community service on 31 December 2026 are eligible to apply. Possession of up to date ACLS, PALS, ATLS/EMATT/ITLS will be an advantage. Cost-containment measures in service delivery is important. Proper clinical record keeping and ethical practice in line with HPCSA Booklet 1 and Booklet 9. Teaching of medical interns and other junior staff. Commitment to highest level of care, ethics, professionalism and punctuality. Expected ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and to report all conflict of interest and mismanagement. Perform commuted overtime. Good knowledge of prevention and management of Patient Safety Incidents (PSI). Comply with Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) assessments.
DUTIES : Clinical assessment of patients, formulation, development and execution of evidence based and compassionate patient care plans. Daily ward wounds and attendance at OPD, preparation of patients for theatre and performance of surgical procedures as indicated concordant with a medical officer position. Assessment and management emergencies. After- hours calls and execution of urgent procedures. Counselling and education of patients and families. Proper clinical record keeping and participation in ward/ departmental administrative duties. Commitment to the highest level of care, ethics, professionalism and punctuality. Work responsibility within a multi- disciplinary team. Work at, and participate in outreach, at any of the Gauteng Health cluster facilities. Academically: will participate in the teaching programme with the aim of passing the CMSA related exams. The incumbent will and supervise medical interns and medical students.
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Serobatse (011) 411-3563 / Ms M Moeketsi Tel No: (011) 411-3766
APPLICATIONS : should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: . No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za
NOTE : 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. 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 B, 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). 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. 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. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE : 13 November 2026
MEDICAL SPECIALIST REF NO: REFS/057196
Directorate: Internal Medicine
SALARY : Grade 1: R1 1 341 85 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Grade 2: R1 531 032 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Grade 3: R1 773 222 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
CENTRE : Leratong Hospital
REQUIREMENTS : A Medical Degree (MBChB/MBBCh) or equivalent thereof, FCP(SA) or equivalent, MMed in Internal Medicine, Registration with HPCSA as a Specialist Physician. Current registration with HPCSA (2025/2026) as a Specialist Physician. Essential skills: patient first mentality: general management skills; excellent communication skills; good professional judgement; integrity and professional dependability; leadership experience; conflict management; cost containment; management training and experience; technology and computer skills; problem solving experience; coaching and mentoring experience.
DUTIES : As a consultant, the candidate will be responsible for clinical management of general medical patients. The incumbent will be required to lead operational and academic ward rounds including post-intake, follow up and ward rounds. As the most senior doctor in the unit, the incumbent will be required to supervise medical officers, intern doctors and students in patient care and the performance of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Other clinical duties will include managing patients at OPD, managing patients attending Subspecialty OPD or Specialty ward consultations within a relevant Sub-specialty. The desired candidate will be required to set an appropriate example of an exemplary medical practitioner and serve as a role and clinical mentor to junior doctors and associated clinical staff. Co-ordination of services at Leratong hospitals for both inpatient and outpatient services. Supervision of clinical technology services as required. Overseeing the development of appropriate referral pathways and development of services at referral hospitals. Invited candidates will be subjected to employment vetting process and medical surveillance. Academic: performance of research within the department. Supervision of research within the department.
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Serobatse Tel No: (011) 411-3563 / Ms M Moeketsi Tel No: (011) 411-3766
APPLICATIONS : should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: . No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za.
NOTE : 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. 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 B, 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. 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. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
CLOSING DATE : 13 November 2026
