About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a Medical Specialist to join the dedicated team at Leratong Hospital, located in the vibrant city of Krugersdorp, Gauteng. This important role is not just about clinical duties; it is about making a positive impact on the health and well-being of the community. As a consultant, you will lead operational and academic ward rounds, ensuring that general medical patients receive the highest standard of care. Your expertise will be vital in supervising medical officers, intern doctors, and students, as you guide them through patient care and diagnostic procedures.
In this role, you will also collaborate with various departments to coordinate services for both inpatient and outpatient care at Leratong Hospital. By developing appropriate referral pathways and overseeing clinical technology services, you will enhance the overall healthcare delivery in the region. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a key role in advancing public service and healthcare in South Africa, making it an excellent fit for those who are passionate about improving lives.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to promoting and ensuring the health of all South Africans through accessible, high-quality healthcare services. Its mandate encompasses a wide range of health issues, from preventive care to complex medical treatments. Working within this department is meaningful as it provides an opportunity to contribute to the health and wellness of communities across the country, ultimately influencing the quality of life for countless individuals.
What You’ll Do
- Provide clinical management for general medical patients.
- Lead operational and academic ward rounds, including patient follow-up.
- Supervise and mentor medical officers, intern doctors, and students.
- Manage outpatient department (OPD) patients and specialty consultations.
- Coordinate inpatient and outpatient services at Leratong Hospital.
- Oversee the development of referral pathways and clinical services.
- Conduct and supervise research within the department.
What You’ll Need
- A Medical Degree (MBChB/MBBCh) or equivalent.
- FCP(SA) or equivalent, MMed in Internal Medicine.
- Registration with HPCSA as a Specialist Physician (current for 2025/2026).
- Strong patient care focus and excellent general management skills.
- Good professional judgment, integrity, and dependability.
- Leadership experience and skills in conflict management.
- Proficiency in technology and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience in coaching and mentoring junior medical staff.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za.
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.
Job 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.
