About the Role
The Gauteng Department of Health is looking for a dedicated Medical Officer to join the team at Leratong Hospital, located in the vibrant city of Krugersdorp, Gauteng. This role is crucial as it directly impacts the health and wellbeing of the local community. As a Medical Officer, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality healthcare services, ensuring that patients receive compassionate and evidence-based care tailored to their needs. Your expertise will not only contribute to individual patient outcomes but also enhance the overall public health landscape in South Africa.
In this position, you’ll work within a multidisciplinary team, participating actively in ward duties, outpatient care, and emergency assessments. The role requires a commitment to ethical medical practices and a strong sense of professionalism, as you will be responsible for managing patient care plans, performing surgical procedures, and educating patients and their families. Your contributions are vital in fostering a healthier community and improving health service delivery across the Gauteng Health cluster facilities.
About the Department
The Gauteng Department of Health is dedicated to providing comprehensive, accessible, and high-quality healthcare services to all residents. Its mission is to promote health, prevent illness, and provide effective medical care to enhance the quality of life for citizens. Working within this department means you are part of a larger effort to ensure that healthcare is a fundamental right, making a meaningful difference in the lives of many South Africans.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct clinical assessments of patients to ensure accurate diagnoses.
- Formulate and execute evidence-based patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Manage daily ward duties and provide care in the outpatient department (OPD).
- Prepare patients for surgery and perform surgical procedures as required.
- Assess and manage medical emergencies effectively.
- Provide counseling and education to patients and their families about health management.
- Maintain proper clinical records and participate in departmental administrative duties.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive patient care.
- Participate in outreach programs at various Gauteng Health cluster facilities.
- Engage in teaching programs for medical interns and students to foster their development.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate medical degree allowing registration with the HPCSA as a medical practitioner.
- For Grade 1: No experience is required.
- For Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years of appropriate experience as a Medical Officer after HPCSA registration.
- For Grade 3: At least 10 years of relevant experience as a Medical Officer post-registration.
- Current certifications in ACLS, PALS, ATLS/EMATT/ITLS are advantageous.
- A strong commitment to ethical practice and patient safety in line with HPCSA guidelines.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and report any conflicts of interest appropriately.
- Willingness to perform commuted overtime as necessary.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za.
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.
Job 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.
