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MEDICAL SPECIALIST (PSYCHIARTY)

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE

Salary band

R 2 301 186

Closing date

10 July 2026

Reference

ECHEALTH/MS-

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About this role

Department

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE

Location

Sarah Baartman District, Fort England Psychiatric Hospital

Salary

R1 395 528 – R 2 301 186 per annum (OSD) Grade 1: R1 395 528 - R1 479 723 per annum (OSD) Grade 2: R1 592 274 - R1 688 553 per annum (OSD) Grade 3: R1 844 151 - R2 301 186 per annum (OSD) All-inclusive remuneration package) - basic salary consists of 70% or 75% of total package, salary package will be structured according to Middle Management Service guidelines.

Requirements

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist in psychiatry. Registration

Duties

Management of psychiatry at the hospital in the provision of clinical care to mental health care users, teaching of under- and post-graduate students. Manage own service delivery. Clinical service delivery: evaluation, management, care, treatment and rehabilitation of mental health care users in an acute psychiatric unit in a

Enquiries

Ms X Nazo Tel no 046 602 2300.

Closing Date

10 July 2026

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 PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE. 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 qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist in psychiatry

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Key Duties

  • ·Management of psychiatry at the hospital in the provision of clinical care to mental health care users, teaching of under- and post-graduate students
  • ·Manage own service delivery
  • ·Clinical service delivery: evaluation, management, care, treatment and rehabilitation of mental health care users in an acute psychiatric unit in a

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 xolelwa.nazo@echealth.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Applying to: xolelwa.nazo@echealth.gov.za

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the MEDICAL SPECIALIST (PSYCHIARTY) position at PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE?+

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 PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE from your Gmail account. The closing date is 10 July 2026.

What documents do I need to apply for a government post in South Africa?+

Government posts require a completed Z83 application form (the official DPSA form), a detailed CV listing all previous employment with exact dates, and certified copies of your qualifications and ID. NewGenJobs auto-fills the Z83 from your profile. Do not submit original documents - certified copies only. Uncertified copies or incomplete Z83 forms are grounds for immediate disqualification.

What is the salary for the MEDICAL SPECIALIST (PSYCHIARTY) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 2 301 186. 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 (PSYCHIARTY) application close?+

The closing date for this position is 10 July 2026 - 6 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.