Medical Specialist: Public Health – Pretoria – Department Of Health

About the Role

The Department of Health is looking for a dedicated Medical Specialist in Public Health to join its team in Pretoria. This critical role focuses on enhancing the health care benefits available to the public, ensuring that citizens receive comprehensive and quality health services. By developing and maintaining methodologies for strategic planning, this position plays an essential part in addressing health needs and improving health outcomes for the community in Gauteng and beyond.

As a Medical Specialist, you will be at the forefront of shaping health policies and procedures that directly impact the lives of South Africans. This position not only demands clinical expertise but also a commitment to public service, ensuring that health care benefits are evidence-based, well-coordinated, and accessible to all. Your work will be pivotal in the ongoing development of the National Health Insurance Plan, a transformative initiative aimed at equitable health care for all citizens.

About the Department

The Department of Health aims to promote and protect the health of all South Africans through quality health services and effective health policies. With a mission to enhance the overall health system, the department is dedicated to implementing health initiatives that address the needs of the population. Working here means contributing to a healthier future for South Africa, where every individual has access to the care they need.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain methodologies for strategic and operational planning regarding Health Care Benefits.
• Conduct health needs assessments and risk assessments to monitor progress against strategic objectives.
• Prepare technical reports, briefing notes, and recommendations for health care benefits planning and performance.
• Provide clinical input into the development and maintenance of policies and procedures for clinical interventions and pharmaceuticals.
• Define and update referral guidelines and clinical pathways to ensure integrated service delivery.
• Develop and maintain the annual plan for the procurement of health care services and medical technologies.
• Prepare evidence-based information for publication regarding health care benefits and referral guidelines.

What You’ll Need

• An appropriate qualification allowing registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist.
• Relevant experience as a Medical Specialist, with a minimum of five years for Grade 2 and ten years for Grade 3.
• Working knowledge of health needs assessment and the South African Health Care System.
• Comprehensive understanding of the National Health Insurance Plan and related public service regulations.
• Strong communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
• A valid driver’s license.

How to Apply

Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.