Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3: Psychiatry (Groote Schuur Hospital) at SADOCS

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner.
• Commuted overtime is compulsory. Participate in the after-hours call system.
• Ensure an efficient and cost-effective clinical service of high quality with a patient centered focus. Ensure compliance by means of maintaining high quality clinical records. Financial management by effective and efficient use of resources.
• Adhere to requirements for all HR matters and Code of Conduct. Provide comprehensive medical care to patients by diagnosing and treating illnesses, injuries, and other health conditions. Prescribe and manage treatment plans, including medication and therapies.
• Refer patients to specialists or other healthcare providers when necessary. Complete the required CPD activities to maintain registration with the HPCSA. Participate in training and educational programs for healthcare professionals.
• Complete and submit required medical reports and documentation for legal and administrative purposes. Uphold the reputation and integrity of the medical profession.
• Grade 1: None after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees.
• A minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 11 years’ relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Proven experience in principles of planning, organizing and implementation. Proven knowledge of Public health policies, guidelines and related prescript to manage resources effectively. Competent and willing to work across disciplines if required. Appropriate experience in Psychiatry. Excellent clinical assessment and management procedures. Excellent clinical skills in terms of consultation. Good communication skills.
• Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
• Grade 1: R 1,001,349 per annum, Grade 2: R 1,142,553 per annum, Grade 3: R 1,322,352 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs.

Closing date: 2026/02/20