Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 Sessional (Clinical Obstetrics) (16 Hours Per Week) (Mowbray Maternity Hospital) at SADOCS

• Ability to manage all Obstetrics and Gynaecology cases competently. Ability to teach and supervise obstetric surgical procedures and assist in the management of obstetric surgical complications.
• Proven leadership abilities and experience in supervision of staff. Proven knowledge of public health policies, guidelines and related prescript to manage resources effectively. Computer literacy.
• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview.
• This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”.
• Ensure an efficient and cost-effective obstetric service and render quality patient care. Conduct ward rounds and oversee the daily operations of the obstetric department. Assist with the teaching and training of surgical skills in the obstetric theatre and provide surgical cover to assist with surgical complications when required. Ensure effective and efficient use of resources. Adhere to requirements for all people management matters. Create a learning environment for junior staff and students (under and postgraduate). Assist in perinatal audit, as well as in the investigation and management of adverse incidents, patient complaints, and medicolegal cases as required.
• Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Grade 1: R 671 per hour, Grade 2: R 766 per hour, Grade 3: R 887 per hour A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs.

Closing date: 2026/05/12