Sessional Medical Specialist Grade1, 2 OR 3-(Opthamology) at KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health

SALARY AND EXPERIRNCE REQUIREMENTS

• Medical Specialist Grade 1: R 671, 840.00 Package p.a
• No experience required. Registrars who have completed their training may also apply on condition that their appointment will be subject to them submitting documentary evidence of registration with HPCSA as a Specialist.
• Medical Specialist Grade 2: R 766, 480.00 Package pa
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist. Medical Specialist Grade 3: R 887, 120.00 Package p.a.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST

• Senior Certificate, MBChB degree & FCS/Ophthalmology. An appropriate qualification that allows registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Ophthalmology.
• Current HPCSA Registration card 2025/2026. Registrars who have completed their training may also apply on condition that their appointment will be subject to them submitting documentary evidence of registration with HPCSA as a Specialist in Ophthalmology.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Broad sound knowledge and experience in ophthalmology. Ability to teach and supervise junior staff.
• Good management and administrative skills and research principles.
• Good communication, decision making problem solving, leadership and mentoring skills.
• Knowledge of relevant acts, regulations and policies in regard to medical ethics.

RESPONSIBILITIES / KRA'S

• Provide a specialist ophthalmology service to Port Shepstone Hospital and the whole of Ugu District on outreach basis and referral.
• Control and manage these services as delegated.
• Maintain clinical, professional and ethical standards related to these services.
• Provide after hour care in accordance with the commuted overtime contract.
• Provide expert opinion where required. Assist with the supervision, support, training and development of medical officers and interns.
• Participate in the departmental academic programme and clinical governance. Ensure correct management through implementation of quality standard and practice.
• Conduct and assist in research.

Closing Date: 30 JANUARY 2026