Job Openings at Gauteng Department of Health

Requirements :

• A Grade 12/ National Senior Certificate. A Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in terms of government notice R.425 or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur. (i.e., Diploma/ Degree in Nursing).
• An Advanced Diploma or Degree in Nursing Education. Post Basic Diploma in R.212 or R.48 registered with SANC. Proof of current registration with SANC. Good communication, supervisory, report writing, and presentation skills. Ability to work in a team and under pressure. Computer literacy/ certificate (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• A valid driver’s license. PND1 minimum of 4 years of appropriate/ recognizable nursing experience after being registered as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur.
• PND2 minimum of 14 years of appropriate/ recognizable nursing experience after being registered as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur, at least 10 years of the period must be appropriate experience in Nursing Education.

Duties :

• The incumbent will be functioning directly under the supervision of the Clinical Head of the Department. Coordinate and supervise the general operations of the simulation laboratory.
• Monitor and control the utilization of the simulation laboratory. Provide leadership and support to simulation laboratory users. Apply Information and Communication Technology skills in the use of High-fidelity equipment.
• Support the vision and mission of the college through participation in meetings, committees, and college activities. Participation in the identification and procurement of simulation laboratory equipment. Participate in clinical activities.

Closing Date : 10-12-2025

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Requirements :

• A Grade 12/ National Senior Certificate. A Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in terms of government notice R.425 (i.e., Diploma/ Degree in Nursing Education and Administration) or equivalent qualification that allows registration with South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur.
• Post Basic Diploma Qualification (R.212 or R48) registered with SANC.
• Master’s degree in nursing will be an added advantage. Proof of current registration with SANC.
• PND1 minimum of 4 years appropriate/ recognizable nursing experience after being registered as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur or PND2 minimum of 14 years of appropriate/ recognizable nursing experience after being registered as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur, at least 10 years of the period must be appropriate experience in Nursing Education.
• An Assessor and Moderator certificates will be an added advantage. Good communication, supervisory, report writing and presentation skills. Knowledge of Student Affairs processes in a Nursing Education Institution will be an added advantage.
• Ability to work in a team and under pressure. Computer literacy/ certificate (MS word, Excel, and PowerPoint). A valid driver’s license.

Duties :

• Develop and maintain relevant documents for the management of students theoretical and clinical teaching and learning according to legislative requirements. Provide quality, effective, up-to-date management of Student Affairs matters related to recruitment and selection of students.
• Manage the record keeping of all student matters pertaining to their education and training programmes.
• Collaborate with all stakeholders and build sound relationships within the college as well as with all stakeholders. Supervise administrative staff. Monitor and evaluate student progress.
• Assist with planning and implementation of graduation. Develop and update student policies/ guides, develop and coordinate block programmes and allocation of classrooms.
• Plan of orientation programmes and implementation thereof, preparation for and management of the processes of formative and summative theoretical and clinical assessments, and preparation of invigilation lists. Adhere to the Code of Conduct including the dress code.

Closing Date : 10-12-2025

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Requirements :

• A Grade 12/ National Senior Certificate. A Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in terms of government notice R.425 or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur. (i.e., Diploma/ Degree in Nursing).
• An Advanced Diploma or Degree in Nursing Education. Post Basic Diploma in Medical and Surgical: Nephrology Nursing (R.212) registered with SANC. Master’s degree in nursing (Applicants who are in the data analysis stage of the research may be considered).
• A Master’s degree in a related field, such as Public Health may be acceptable if the candidate also holds the required nursing specialty qualification. Proof of current registration with SANC.
• A certificate in Assessor and Moderator will be an added advantage. Good communication, supervisory, report writing, and presentation skills. Ability to work in a team and under pressure. Computer literacy/ certificate (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). A valid driver’s license.
• PND1 minimum of 4 years of appropriate/ recognizable nursing experience after being registered as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur.
• Teaching experience in Nursing will be an added advantage.
• PND2 minimum of 14 years of appropriate/ recognizable nursing experience after being registered as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur, at least 10 years of the period must be appropriate experience in Nursing Education.

Duties :

• Facilitate the provision of Education and Training of Postgraduate Diploma students in both clinical and theory. Guide, support and exercise control over Postgraduate Diploma students Implement assessment strategies to determine students’ competency.
• Support the Vision and Mission of the College through participation in Campus and College committee meetings and activities. Participate in Scholarly Research and Community Engagement activities at the Campus and College. Participate in curriculum implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and review.

Closing Date : 10-12-2025

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Requirements :

• A Grade 12/ National Senior Certificate. A Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) in terms of government notice R.425 or equivalent qualification that allows registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur. (i.e., Diploma/ Degree in Nursing).
• An Advanced Diploma or Degree in Nursing Education. Post Basic Diploma in Orthopaedic Nursing Science (R.212) registered with SANC. Master’s degree in nursing (Applicants who are in the data analysis stage of the research may be considered).
• Master’s degree in nursing (Applicants who are in the data analysis stage of the research may be considered). A Master’s degree in a related field, such as Public Health may be acceptable if the candidate also holds the required nursing specialty qualification.
• Proof of current registration with SANC. A certificate in Assessor and Moderator will be an added advantage. Good communication, supervisory, report writing, and presentation skills. Ability to work in a team and under pressure. Computer literacy/ certificate (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). A valid driver’s license.
• PND1 minimum of 4 years of appropriate/ recognizable nursing experience after being registered as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur. Teaching experience in Nursing will be an added advantage.
• PND2 minimum of 14 years of appropriate/ recognizable nursing experience after being registered as a Professional Nurse and Midwife/ Accoucheur, at least 10 years of the period must be appropriate experience in Nursing Education.

Duties :

• Facilitate the provision of Education and Training of Postgraduate Diploma students in both clinical and theory. Guide, support and exercise control over Postgraduate Diploma students Implement assessment strategies to determine students’ competency. Support the Vision and Mission of the College through participation in Campus and College committee meetings and activities.
• Participate in Scholarly Research and Community Engagement activities at the Campus and College. Participate in curriculum implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and review.

Closing Date : 10-12-2025

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Requirements :

• MBChB, MMed(Ophth)/FC Ophth, HPCSA registration as Medical Specialist in Ophthalmology. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.

Duties :

• The department of Ophthalmology is based at Steve Biko Academic hospital and affiliated with the University of Pretoria. This will be a joint academic post. This is a full time, permanent position for a Head of Department Consultant Ophthalmology at Steve Biko Academic hospital.
• The candidate should have full registration in ophthalmology with the health professional Council of South Africa.
• Clinical duties include running ophthalmology clinics and theatres, ophthalmology planning and treatment, participation in multi-disciplinary team meetings, supervision and training of registrars.
• Academic participation includes participation in research activities, lecturing undergraduate and post graduate students in medical and affiliated fields at all training sites. Duties include compulsory overtime and ward cover.

Closing Date : 17-12-2025

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Requirements :

• MBChB, MMed (Surg) or FCS(SA). A valid registration with the HPCSA as an independent Medical Specialist. Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Anesthesiology, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Cardio-Thoracic Surgery or Neurosurgery.

Duties :

• This will include after-hours work (weekends and weekdays). The critical care fellow functions as a member of the multidisciplinary critical care team that manages High Care and Critical Care Unit patients.
• Specific duties include: Full-time clinical service provision within the Unit of Critical Care for the prescribed period. Patient management and supervision of junior medical staff.
• Participation in the critical care academic program. Completion of the prescribed clinical rotation. Maintaining and completing a monthly logbook. Participation in departmental research activities.

Closing Date : 17-12-2025

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Requirements :

• MBChB, Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa for Independent Practice, Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.
• Passing primary and intermediate exams of University of Pretoria or College or Cardio Thoracic Surgeons will be an advantage.

Duties :

• The many and diverse functions of this position encompass aspects of patient care, education, research (should participate in original basic or clinical research) and counsel during surgery emergencies.
• The service aspects include ensuring correct surgical treatment of patients. The academic programme will include patient case presentation, subject discussions and attendance of the postgraduate programmes.
• The academic and training requirements include passing primary and intermediate exams of University of Pretoria or College or Cardio Thoracic Surgeons, final exit exams of the College and a research dissertation for University of Pretoria MMed (Thorax).

Closing Date : 17-12-2025

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Requirements :

• MBChB and Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. Keen interest in caring of acutely ill patients. ATLS or ACLS would be recommended.

Duties :

• This will include after-hours work (weekends and weekdays). The Critical Care Medical Officer functions as a member of the multidisciplinary critical care team that manages High Care and Critical Care Unit patients.
• Specific duties include Patient management and full-time clinical services provision within the ICU and High Care Unit. Participation in the Critical Care academic program. Participation in departmental research activities.

Closing Date : 17-12-2025

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Requirements :

• BHSc or BTech degree in Clinical Technology - Cardiovascular Perfusion. Registration with HPCSA as Clinical Technologist - Category Cardiovascular Perfusion (Independent Practice).
• This is a position for a professional person with integrity and the ability to perform under pressure. Self-driven and result oriented. Good communication, report writing, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Computer literate. Advantages: Perfusionists with experience in neonatal, infant and pediatric bypass and with experience in ECMO. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.

Duties :

• Cardiopulmonary bypasses on adult, pediatric, infant and neonatal patients with all accompanying activities as indicated by the HPCSA scope of practice. Autologous blood transfusion. Intra-aortic Balloon Pump. ECMO duties.
• Active member on the after-hours call list. Coagulation studies. Infection control. Stock control and administrative tasks. Supervision and training of students. Participant in academic activities and meetings.

Closing Date : 17-12-2025

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Requirements :

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery plus MMed (Rad D) or FC Rad Diagnostics (SA). Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Radiology with minimum of three (3) years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist in Radiology.
• Extensive and appropriate experience in all aspects of Radiology- clinical care, teaching, and research. Certificates of service for all periods of employment. Proven management ability, sound communication (verbal and written) skills, leadership skills, decision making and interpersonal skills.
• Financial and Human Resource Management skills Conflict resolution and problem-solving skills. A valid driver's license.

Duties :

• Provide leadership, management and Overall supervision of the Radiology discipline in the Hospital. Clinical and Imaging management of both in-patients (including Intensive Care and High Care) and out-patients. Ensure that there are protocols for the management of common medical conditions and that there is compliance to the protocols and guidelines.
• Improving quality of services, safeguarding high standards of care and creating an environment in which excellence of care will flourish. Serve as the key liaison officer for the streamlining of referrals within the cluster. Be a key role player in the extension of the academic platform at Helen Joseph Provincial Tertiary Hospital.
• Contribute to the functional transition of the unit from largely providing primary and secondary services to an increased proportion of tertiary services. Conduct or plan for operational (informal) research which will inform the planning of services to be responsive to the health needs of the community.
• Assist in the identification of areas for formal research to ensure that all research conducted by external stakeholders will be beneficial to the institution and the community at large. Deliver the quality of diagnostic radiology expected in a Tertiary hospital. Supervise and advise Medical Officers and Radiographers, Manage own PMDS and that of subordinates.
• Evaluate patient’s medical history to ensure that radiologic studies will not cause unnecessary harm to the patients. Communicate radiological tests and their diagnosis to patient’s physician through written report or verbally. The incumbent will manage human, financial, assets and material resources in the Department.

Closing Date : 19-12-2025

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Requirements :

• PND I - Matric/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent. Diploma/Degree in Nursing (R.425) or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse, and a Diploma in Midwifery.
• Nursing Education qualification registered with SANC. Proof of current registration with SANC.
• A minimum of appropriate/recognisable 4 years’ experience as a Professional Nurse. (less 1 year experience for candidates appointed from outside the Public Service after complying with the registration requirements). Valid driver’s license.
• A certificate/ Proof of registration in Assessor and Moderator. Computer literacy/certificate in MS Office and sound communication skills, problem solving skills, report writing and presentation skills. The ability to work in a team and under pressure.
• PND II: Matric/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent. Diploma/Degree in Nursing (R.425) or equivalent qualification that allows for registration with SANC as a Professional Nurse, and a Diploma in Midwifery.
• Nursing Education qualification registered with SANC. Proof of current registration with SANC.
• A minimum of appropriate/recognisable 14 years’ experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with SANC.
• At least 10 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate/recognisable experience in nursing education after obtaining the 1- year post basic qualification in the relevant speciality (less 1year experience for candidate appointed from outside the Public Service after complying with registration requirements). Valid driver’s license. A certificate/ Proof of registration in Assessor and Moderator. Computer literacy in MS Office and sound communication skills, problem solving skills, report writing and presentation skills. The ability to work in a team and under pressure.

Duties :

• Provide education and training to student nurses, co-ordinate clinical learning exposure to students between campus and clinical facilities. Support the vision and mission and promote the image of the campus and college. Implement assessment strategies to determine student’s competencies. Exercise control over students. Plan and implement the academic programme.
• Employ a variety of teaching and learning strategies to reach the required outcomes. Accompany students in the clinical areas. Manage student database. Initiate and/or participate in nursing research and community engagement. Participate in continuing professional development in nursing education and own field of practice.

Closing Date : 19-12-2025

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Requirements :

• Appropriate qualifications with proof of current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Forensic Pathology and/or Anatomical Pathology.
• This is a consultant position on the JOINT STAFF ESTABLISHMENT of the Gauteng Forensic Pathology Service (Southern Cluster) and the Department of Forensic Medicine and Pathology, University of the Witwatersrand.
• Experience: OSD Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist.
• OSD Grade 2: minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist.
• OSD Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist.
• Valid (Code E/B) driver’s license; Willingness to perform duties outside of normal hours and away from base of employment when required, including overnight and weekend calls, with availability at the relevant Facility / scene within 30 - 45 minutes of the call being logged
• Offering professional consultation with relevant stakeholders and provide judicial testimony in Court as required
• Ability to work efficiently with co-workers, supervisors and other external agencies e.g. SAPS and NPA
• Willingness to keep informed of new developments in Forensic Pathology and Medicine and thus, contribute to the promotion of the Academic Department locally and internationally
• Making contributions to assist with training and formulation of policies and procedures for the Department and the Forensic Pathology Service.
• Computer literacy: Ability to draft, interpret and apply policies and have good communication-, interpersonal relationship-, development- and teaching skills
• Ability to be methodical, detail-orientated, uphold high standards and be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing of reports or letters, in English.

Duties :

• Assistance to the Head: Clinical Department and Head: Clinical Unit in rendering a sound Forensic Pathology Service by active participation in the routine execution of Clinico-pathological duties in the Department, together with support to regional stakeholders
• Provision of the full spectrum of forensic pathology and medico-legal death investigation services at consultant level, including death scene attendances, forensic post mortem examinations, ancillary investigations, compilation of relevant reports and Court attendance
• Performance of after-hour services during the day and night in the week and over weekends; Participation in the scientific identification process of unknown decedents, inclusive of but not limited to relevant consultation processes
• Assisting with teaching and training programs related to under- and postgraduate students, as well as Forensic Pathology Service personnel and other participating stakeholders
• Participation in death review programs, in stakeholder interactive programs and in academic programs affiliated to the associated tertiary institution(s); Assisting the Head: Clinical Unit and FPS Management Staff with academic and administrative management duties, including quality assurance and maintaining appropriate OHS.

Closing Date : 19-12-2025

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Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Specialist Urologist and proof of current registration required. Must have a recognised full qualification and registration as a Specialist Urologist, FCUrol (SA).

Duties :

• Clinical history taking, examination, and assessment of patients. Requesting and analyzing special investigations. Prescribing of medications and other therapies. Performance of diagnostics and therapeutic surgical procedures in the field of Surgery.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and attend Theatre meetings. Keeping of clinical records. Perform any other duties relevant to the clinical management of patients.
• WITS UNIVERSITY INVOLVEMENT: Weekly Academic Meeting Attendance Compulsory; Clinical Tutorials weekly
• Mock Exam preparation per Quarter Marking of GEMP Case Reports Per Quarter and involvement with Academic Workshops and educational activities within the CMJAH cluster and Wits University Hospitals.
• Advice and supervise Registers. Formal teaching to post graduate and undergraduate staff. Review of current literature and research. Attend appropriate CME updates. Develop diagnostic and surgical skills amongst junior staff.
• RESEARCH: Supervise MMed Research projects; Participate in research within the department; to improve Knowledge and clinical outcomes.
• CLINICAL DUTIES: Work in the CMJAH Cluster Hospitals Which include CMJAH, HJTH, RMMCH; including the Theatre and Clinic activities at RMMCH. Including after-hours cover for the CMJAH Cluster timetable and after-hours emergencies on a rotational basis.
• M&M activities in keeping with DOH and University Guidelines. This is a joint – appointment with Wits University. Please note that medical surveillance is mandatory. Also take note that successful candidates will be subjected under employment vetting) i.e. Criminal record checks, qualification verification etc.).

Closing Date : 19-12-2025

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Requirements :

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Radiation Oncology Radiographer. Registration with the HPCSA in Radiation Oncology Radiography. 4 (Four) appropriate years of experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Diagnostic Radiographer.

Duties :

• Undertakes all basic radiation planning and treatment preparation. Treats all patients according to departmental protocols based on local and international research. Participates in academic activities.
• Responsible for localization planning and accurate delivery of radiation treatment to patients’ with neo-plasms. Provides physical and emotional support of patients. Conducts Daily and weekly quality assurance. Performs administrative duties. Assist students during clinical work to develop radiography skills.

Closing Date : 19-12-2025