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REGISTRAR (MEDICAL)

Department of Health and Wellness

Salary band

R 1 041 402

Closing date

28 August 2026

Reference

PSC 29/277

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About this role

Department

Department of Health and Wellness

Location

Forensic Pathology Service

Salary

R1 041 402 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.)

Requirements

Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Medical Practitioner. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as an Independent Medical Practitioner. Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver's license. Willingness to perform work outside normal working hours and away from base of employment according to an after hours duty roster. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Display knowledge and all other prescripts that concerns the functioning of a Forensic Medicine Department and continuous learning and improvement of knowledge and skills. Willingness to complete the Diploma in Forensic 235 Pathology with the CMSA within 12 months of employment of this post. Ability to adhere to health and safety standards. Ability to adhere to requests, follow advice and instructions from consultants and conform to divisional protocols and professional ethical and behavioural code. Problem solving abilities, as can be expected from a Registrar in FPS. Continuous academic input and contribution, including case and topic presentations, conference participation, research and participation in all academic activities in the Division. Ability to successfully complete at least one research project and submit such research manuscript for publication in a peer-reviewed journal. Above-average ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing. Ability to travel to peripheral FPS facilities should it be required to render a supportive function at other facilities in terms of service delivery requirements. Ability to work well within a group at all levels of authority. Ability to consult with the responsible consultant, HCU or HOD when unsure of how to proceed with a case or related problem and inform a consultant whenever any work-related complication arises. Ability to work under pressure. Organisational skills and ability to plan. Rendering effective and efficient service under consultant supervision. Above- average computer and software literacy. Medical Research capabilities. Ability to contribute to the Division's teaching program by assisting in the instruction of Medical, Biomedical Science and Law students, Forensic Pathology Officers and Medical staff. Ability to perform medicolegal autopsies in the examination of unnatural death admissions. Exposure to Post-mortems, autopsy work and dissection. -Good interpersonal skills including effective service delivery within a group situation at all levels of authority.

Duties

To render effective and efficient service delivery to all stakeholders as per the standard of the Division. To compile reports as per the standards of the UCT Fo

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 and Wellness. 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

·Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Medical Practitioner
·Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as an Independent Medical Practitioner
·Inherent requirement of the job: Valid Code B/EB driver's license
·Willingness to perform work outside normal working hours and away from base of employment according to an after hours duty roster
·Competencies (knowledge/skills): Display knowledge and all other prescripts that concerns the functioning of a Forensic Medicine Department and continuous learning and improvement of knowledge and skills
·Willingness to complete the Diploma in Forensic 235 Pathology with the CMSA within 12 months of employment of this post
·Ability to adhere to health and safety standards
·Ability to adhere to requests, follow advice and instructions from consultants and conform to divisional protocols and professional ethical and behavioural code
·Problem solving abilities, as can be expected from a Registrar in FPS
·Continuous academic input and contribution, including case and topic presentations, conference participation, research and participation in all academic activities in the Division

Key Duties

·To render effective and efficient service delivery to all stakeholders as per the standard of the Division
·To compile reports as per the standards of the UCT Forensic Medicine and Toxicology
·OFPI Division and Courts
·Learning, Teaching and Training
·To provide after- hour Forensic Medicine Service

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 a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓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 REGISTRAR (MEDICAL) position at Department of Health and Wellness?+

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 and Wellness from your Gmail account. The closing date is 28 August 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 REGISTRAR (MEDICAL) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 041 402. 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 REGISTRAR (MEDICAL) 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.