Registrar (Medical) REF NO: 03/2026/01 at North West Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS : 

• Paediatric Surgery: This position will be the appointment of the North West Department of Health and the successful candidate will be sent to Gauteng as a supernumerary in either of the following academic institutions: University of Witwatersrand/ University of Pretoria and/ Sefako Makgatho Health Science University. 
• General Surgery: Joint appointment with Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Witwatersrand, University of Pretoria & Sefako Makgatho Health Science University. NB: Registrars will be appointed jointly between the North West Department of Health and the University of the Witwatersrand/ Pretoria/ Sefako Makgatho Health Science and will rotate through the training platforms in Gauteng and North West Province.
•  Anaesthesia: Joint appointment with Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Witwatersrand, University of Pretoria, Sefako Makgatho Health Science University. NB: Registrars will be appointed jointly between the North West Department of Health and the University of the Witwatersrand, will be based in Klerksdorp/ Tshepong Hospital Complex/ Witrand Hospital, and may be required to rotate through the training platforms in Gauteng. Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Registrar (Independent Practitioner).
• Must have completed Post Community Service. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit current proof of registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Medical Practitioner in Independent Practice. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a valid work permit for Non-South African Citizens. Registrars will be rotated between institutions.
• The following will be an added advantage: Work experience in the field of Paediatrics Surgery or General Surgery as a Medical Practitioner for the period of 12 months, CMSA part 1 examinations and auxiliary courses relevant to the field of Medical Practitioner: ACLS, BSS and ATLS. 

DUTIES :

• Interview, investigate, diagnose, and oversee the treatment of patients. Supervise junior doctors (Undergraduate Students, Interns and Community Service Doctors).
• Attend of relevant administrative meetings like mortality meetings, near MISS meetings and completing MEDICO Legal Documents timeously (e.g. Death Certificate). Improve quality of care by providing appropriate clinical care.
• Reduce medical litigation by exercising good clinical ethos. Implement and monitor adherence to National Core Standards (norms and standards). Participate in all activities of the discipline in relation to teaching and research. Participate in multidisciplinary team to the management of patients.
• Perform of practical procedures relevant to the care of patients. Ensure effective administration and safety record keeping in the department. Willing to work after hours (night, weekend and public holiday) to provide continuous uninterrupted care of patients.