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MEDICAL SPECIALIST GRADE 1 - 3: OBSTETRIC & GYNAECOLOGY

Department of Health

Salary band

R 1 479 723

Closing date

28 August 2026

Reference

MPDOH/AUG/26/1221

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About this role

Department

Department of Health

Location

Nkangala District: Witbank Hospital

Salary

Grade 1: R1 395 528 - R1 479 723 per annum Grade 2: R1 592 274 - R1 688 553 per annum Grade 3: R1 844 151 - R2 301 186 per annum

Requirements

Appropriate qualifications that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Anesthesiology (2026). A valid work permit will be required from non-South Africans. Sound knowledge of medical ethics. Multidisciplinary management and teamwork and experience in the respective medical discipline. Knowledge of current Health and Public Service regulations and policies. Skills in terms of consultations, history taking, examination, clinical assessment and clinical management. Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist (Independent Practice). Minimum of one 1-year relevant experience after registration with a recognized Foreign Professions and / or the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Anesthesiology) for foreign qualified employees. Grade: 2: A minimum of five (5) years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist (Independent Practice). A minimum of six (6) years’ relevant experience after registration with a recognized foreign health profession council and / or the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Anesthesiology) for qualified foreign employees. Grade 3: A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist (Independent Practice). Minimum of eleven (11) years’ relevant experience after registration with a recognized foreign health profession council and / or the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Anesthesiology) for qualified foreign employees. Knowledge, skills, Training and Competences required. Sound knowledge of medical ethics. Multidisciplinary management and teamwork and experience in the respective medical discipline. Sound clinical knowledge. Competency and skills in general clinical domains. The ability to work independently and under pressure and beyond normal working hours and work with diverse team. Good communication, leadership, interpersonal, and engage when necessary. Knowledge of current health policies, legislation, programs and priorities within the domain. Ability to teach and guide junior staff within the department. Behavioural Attributes: Stress tolerance, to work within a team, self-confidence and the ability to build and maintain good relationship.

Duties

Supervising the management of and managing Anesthesiology and coordinate services. To execute duties and functions with proficiency, to support the aims and objectives of the institution that consistent with standards of patient care. Accept responsibility for the management of patients admitted in a level 2/3 package of service facility. Assist in the preparation and implementation of guidelines and protocols. Participate in academic and training programs. Assist with clinical audits actively participat

About medical and health professional roles in South Africa

Medical officer and health professional posts in South Africa are advertised primarily through provincial Departments of Health. The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) registration is a mandatory requirement for all medical, dental, and allied health professional posts. Posts are available across all nine provinces, with the greatest concentration in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape. Rural posts often carry a rural allowance in addition to the base salary.

·Include your HPCSA registration number, registration category, and renewal date on every application.

·Medical officer posts in public hospitals are graded at salary levels 8 and above depending on speciality and experience.

·Community Service year posts are allocated through a separate HPCSA process - not through PSC Circular applications.

·Rural and underserved area posts frequently carry an 8 to 22 percent rural allowance on top of the base salary package.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Health. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·Appropriate qualifications that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Anesthesiology (2026)
·A valid work permit will be required from non-South Africans
·Sound knowledge of medical ethics
·Multidisciplinary management and teamwork and experience in the respective medical discipline
·Knowledge of current Health and Public Service regulations and policies
·Skills in terms of consultations, history taking, examination, clinical assessment and clinical management
·Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist (Independent Practice)
·Minimum of one 1-year relevant experience after registration with a recognized Foreign Professions and / or the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Anesthesiology) for foreign qualified employees
·Grade: 2: A minimum of five (5) years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist (Independent Practice)
·A minimum of six (6) years’ relevant experience after registration with a recognized foreign health profession council and / or the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Anesthesiology) for qualified foreign employees

Key Duties

·Supervising the management of and managing Anesthesiology and coordinate services
·To execute duties and functions with proficiency, to support the aims and objectives of the institution that consistent with standards of patient care
·Accept responsibility for the management of patients admitted in a level 2/3 package of service facility
·Assist in the preparation and implementation of guidelines and protocols
·Participate in academic and training programs
·Assist with clinical audits actively participate in continuous professional development
·Provide support to hospital management towards an efficient standard of patient care and services maintained
·Comply with the performance Management and Development System (conducting quarterly reviews and final assessment)

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include your current HPCSA registration certificate
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Be prepared for a medical fitness assessment as part of the selection process
✓Submit your complete application package to sechele.o@dbe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the MEDICAL SPECIALIST GRADE 1 - 3: OBSTETRIC & GYNAECOLOGY position at Department of Health?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Department of Health from your Gmail account. The closing date is 28 August 2026.

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What is the salary for the MEDICAL SPECIALIST GRADE 1 - 3: OBSTETRIC & GYNAECOLOGY position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 479 723. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the MEDICAL SPECIALIST GRADE 1 - 3: OBSTETRIC & GYNAECOLOGY application close?+

The closing date for this position is 28 August 2026 - 12 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.