Latest Jobs at Gauteng Department of Health

Requirements :

• MBCHB degree and Registration with the HPCSA as a specialist in Family Medicine. Good leadership skills, excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, conflict resolution and good interpersonal relationship skills.
• Good resource management, problem solving and decision making skills. The successful candidate must be adaptable, disciplined, and self-confident. The candidate must be able to work independently and under pressure and beyond normal working hours, and work with a diverse team.

Duties :

• Direct clinical service provision within the assigned clinical department (unit). Provide direct clinical leadership to the department. Formulate treatment guidelines and protocols for the department.
• To oversee training and supervision of junior doctors. Organize departmental clinical meetings with the doctors, nurses and other category of clinical staff within the unit. Attend meetings for heads of clinical unit and make meaningful contribution in these meetings.
• Manage any medical adverse events within the unit and report them to the clinical manager.
• Oversee and manage administrative duties of the unit. Give support to the clinical manager.

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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 seven (7) 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. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.

Duties :

• The Department of Radiology is based at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and affiliated with the University of Pretoria. This is a joint academic, full-time, permanent appointment.
• The Head of Radiology will provide overall strategic, academic, and clinical leadership for the department across both the hospital and university platforms.
• The role includes ensuring high-quality, evidence-based radiological services; strengthening clinical governance; improving diagnostic accuracy and turnaround times; ensuring optimal use of imaging resources; and maintaining compliance with national policies, radiation-safety standards, and institutional protocols.
• The post involves leading and coordinating all teaching and training activities for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including registrars in diagnostic radiology and related fields.
• The incumbent will also drive the departmental research agenda, support postgraduate research, and promote innovation in imaging practice and technology adoption.
• Duties may include participation in after-hours service, call duties, and other institutional responsibilities as required.

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Requirements :

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery plus MMed (Ophth) or FC Ophth (SA). Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Ophthalmology with minimum of seven (7) years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist in Ophthalmology.
• Extensive and appropriate experience in all aspects of Ophthalmology- 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. 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.

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Requirements :

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery plus MMed (Public Health Medicine/Community Health) or FCPHM (SA). Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Public Health Medicine with minimum of seven (7) years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist in Public Health Medicine.
• Extensive and appropriate experience in all aspects of Public Health Medicine- 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. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.

Duties :

• The department of Public Health is based at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and affiliated with the University of Pretoria. This will be a joint academic post, full time, permanent position.
• The role includes ensuring high-quality, evidence-based public health services; strengthening clinical governance and population-health programmes; improving health outcomes through effective prevention, surveillance, and health-systems interventions; and ensuring compliance with national policies and public health priorities.
• The post involves leading and coordinating all teaching and training activities for undergraduate and postgraduate students in medicine and public health. The incumbent will also drive the departmental research agenda, support postgraduate research, and promote innovation in public health practice. Duties may include participation in after-hours service, or other institutional responsibilities as required.

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Requirements :

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, DA plus MMed (Anaes) or FCA (SA). Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Anaesthesiology with minimum of five (5) years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist in Anaesthesiology.
• Extensive and appropriate experience in all aspects of Anaesthesiology - 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. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.

Duties :

• The Department of Anaesthesiology is based at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and affiliated with the University of Pretoria. This is a joint academic, full-time, permanent appointment.
• The Head of Clinical Unit will provide operational, academic, and clinical leadership within the Anaesthesiology service in the hospital and university platforms. The role includes ensuring high-quality, safe, evidence-based anaesthetic care; supporting perioperative services; strengthening clinical governance; and ensuring compliance with national standards and institutional protocols.
• The post includes coordinating teaching and training for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including registrars, and contributing to departmental research. Duties may include after-hours call, theatre cover, ICU support, and other service responsibilities as required.

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Requirements :

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist with minimum of five (5) years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist with extensive and appropriate experience in all aspects - 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. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.

Duties :

• The Department of Cardiology is based at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and affiliated with the University of Pretoria. This is a joint academic, full-time, permanent appointment. The Head of Clinical Unit will provide operational, academic, and clinical leadership for cardiology services across the hospital and university platforms.
• The role includes ensuring high-quality, evidence-based cardiovascular care; strengthening clinical governance; improving patient outcomes through effective inpatient, outpatient, and interventional cardiology services; and ensuring compliance with national policies, clinical guidelines, and institutional standards.
• The post includes coordinating and supporting the teaching and training of undergraduate and postgraduate students, including registrars and subspecialty fellows, as well as contributing to departmental research and innovation in cardiology practice.
• Duties may include participation in after-hours call, catheterisation laboratory cover, and other service responsibilities as required.

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equirements :

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist with minimum of five (5) years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist with extensive and appropriate experience in all aspects - 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.
• Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.

Duties :

• The Critical Care Department is based at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and affiliated with the University of Pretoria. This joint academic, full-time, permanent appointment requires the Head of Clinical Unit to provide leadership for critical care services across the hospital and academic platforms.
• The role includes ensuring high-quality, evidence-based intensive care, strengthening clinical governance, improving patient outcomes, and ensuring adherence to national policies, safety standards, and ICU protocols.
• The incumbent will coordinate and support teaching, training, and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students, including registrars rotating through ICU, and contribute to departmental research activities.
• Duties may include after-hours ICU cover, call duties, and other institutional responsibilities as required.

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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 five (5) 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. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.

Duties :

• The Department of Radiology is based at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and affiliated with the University of Pretoria. This is a joint academic, full-time, permanent appointment.
• The Head of Radiology will provide overall strategic, academic, and clinical leadership for the department across both the hospital and university platforms.
• The role includes ensuring high-quality, evidence-based radiological services; strengthening clinical governance; improving diagnostic accuracy and turnaround times; ensuring optimal use of imaging resources; and maintaining compliance with national policies, radiation-safety standards, and institutional protocols.
• The post involves leading and coordinating all teaching and training activities for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including registrars in diagnostic radiology and related fields.
• The incumbent will also drive the departmental research agenda, support postgraduate research, and promote innovation in imaging practice and technology adoption. Duties may include participation in after-hours service, call duties, and other institutional responsibilities as required.

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Requirements :

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery plus MMed (Internal Medicine) or FCP (SA). Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine with minimum of five (5) years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine. Extensive and appropriate experience in all aspects of Internal Medicine - 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. Proof of current registration with the HPCSA 2025/2026.

Duties :

• The Department of Internal Medicine is based at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and affiliated with the University of Pretoria. This is a joint academic, full-time, permanent appointment.
• The Head of Clinical Unit will provide operational, academic, and clinical leadership across the internal medicine service on both the hospital and university platforms.
• The role includes ensuring high-quality, evidence-based medical care; strengthening clinical governance; coordinating subspecialty services; and ensuring compliance with national policies and institutional standards.
• The post includes oversight of teaching and training for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including registrar supervision, and involvement in departmental research. Duties may include after-hours medical cover, call responsibilities, and other service-related tasks as required.

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Requirements :

• Grade 12. Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council in terms of Government Notice 425, i.e. diploma degree in Nursing as a Professional Nurse, plus a post basic qualification with the duration of at least 1 year in PGD/Advance Psychiatric Nursing Science.
• Degree/Diploma in Nursing Management registered with South African Nursing Council.
• A minimum of 9 years appropriate | recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council, in General Nursing.
• At least 5 years of the period referred to above must be appropriate I recognizable experience after obtaining the one year post basic qualification in PGD/Advance Psychiatric Nursing Science. Knowledge of Mental Health Care Act, PFMA and other Public Sector Regulations and Legislative Framework.
• Strong leadership, good communications and sound interpersonal skills are necessary. Computer literate. Valid EB driver's license. Service certificates compulsory. South African Nursing Council annual practicing certificate.

Duties :

• Coordination of optimal, holistic specialized nursing care provided within set standards and a professional legal framework. Manage effectively the utilization and supervision of Human, Financial and service resources.
• Coordination of the provision of effective training and research. Provision of effective support to Nursing Services. Maintain Professional growth ethical standards and development of self and subordinates.

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Requirements :

• Grade 12. Basic qualification accredited with the South African Nursing Council in terms of Government Notice 425, i.e. diploma degree in Nursing as a Professional Nurse.
• A minimum of 7 (seven) years appropriate recognizable experience in nursing after registration as a Professional Nurse with the South African Nursing Council in General Nursing.
• Diploma degree in Nursing Management registered with the South African Nursing Council. Verified proof of experience. Strong leadership, good communication and sound interpersonal skills are necessary. Computer literate.
• Service certificates compulsory. South African Nursing Council annual practising certificate. Valid EB driver's licence.

Duties :

• Supervise and ensure the provision of effective and efficient patient care through adequate nursing care. Co-ordinate and monitor the implementation of the nursing care plan and the evaluation thereof. Provide relevant health information to health care users to assist in achieving optimal quality health care and rehabilitation of patients.
• Maintain constructive working relationships with nursing and other stake holders i.e. inter-professional, inter-sectoral, and multi- disciplinary teamwork. Participate in the analysis, formulation and implementation of nursing guidelines, practices, standards and procedures. Manage and monitor proper utilization of human, financial and physical resources. Maintain professional growth ethical standards and development of self and subordinates.

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Requirements :

• A Grade 12 certificate is required, coupled with a National Diploma (equivalent to NQF level 6)/ Bachelor’s Degree (equivalent to NQF level 7) in Supply Chain Management/Logistics Management/ Public Management/or equivalent qualification, and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Experience in Supply Chain Management within a public health institution will be an advantage. Strong leadership skills and ability to interpret and implement policies, directives, and guidelines of the Gauteng Department of Health.
• Must have the understanding and knowledge of Supply Chain Management and the following prescripts: PFMA, PPPFA, PPR 2022, Treasury Regulations, BBBEE, and Treasury Notes.
• Computer skills (Microsoft package). Ability to work under pressure and long hours. Presentation skills. Report writing skills. Verbal and written communication skills. People Management skills, Problem Solving skills, Client Orientation skills, Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of the BAS/SAP-SRM system will be an added advantage.

Duties :

• Compile and consolidate the Demand and Procurement Plan and the Institutional Business Plan in line with strategic objectives and budgetary provisions.
• Conduct commodity analyses and explore alternatives for strategic procurement items to ensure value for money. Align all procurement activities with the institution’s operational requirements and service delivery objectives.
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes for goods, works, and services in full compliance with: Supply Chain Management prescripts, Departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, Circulars, and Guidelines.
• Authorize shopping carts/ requisitions using the SAP-SRM system. Oversee P-Card usage and ensure compliance with institutional procurement controls and audit requirements. Monitor and verify supplier sourcing and registration through the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
• Ensure all sourcing activities adhere to legislative frameworks and promote fairness, competitiveness, and transparency. Oversee both pre-audit and post-audit processes for acquisition transactions to ensure integrity, accountability, and proper record-keeping. Monitor the provisioning and delivery of procurement orders, ensuring timely fulfillment and adherence to procurement schedules. Ensure the effective implementation of all SCM-related contracts, systems, policies, and procedures.
• Continuously monitor compliance with all relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks. Coordinate and provide administrative support to Bid Committees (Evaluation/ Vetting, and Adjudication), ensuring objective and compliant decision-making processes. Serve as advisor to institutional management on best procurement practices, including sourcing strategies and the appropriate use of procurement methods and mechanisms. Oversee stores and inventory accounting functions to ensure proper stock control and compliance with supply chain prescripts.
• Lead and manage SCM personnel, providing coaching, mentorship, and support. Updating and maintaining of acquisition/progress report for monthly submission. Implement and monitor the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS) for all SCM staff. Enforce discipline and promote a high-performance culture within the SCM unit.

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Requirements :

• A Grade 12 certificate is required, coupled with a National Diploma (equivalent to NQF level 6)/ Bachelor’s Degree (equivalent to NQF level 7) in Supply Chain Management/Logistics Management/ Public Management/ or equivalent qualification, and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Warehouse.
• Experience in Warehouse Management within a public health institution will be an advantage. Strong leadership skills and ability to interpret and implement policies, directives, and guidelines of the Gauteng Department of Health.
• Must have the understanding and knowledge of Supply Chain Management and the following prescripts: PFMA, PPPFA, PPR 2022, Treasury Regulations. Good leadership and proactive skills are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel). Must have a good understanding of stock management, PFMA, and public health policies. Computer literacy, planning, problem-solving, good leadership, and proactive decision-making skills, paying attention to details, time management, strong written and verbal communication, and interactive skills are essential.

Duties :

• To perform administrative and supervisory functions. Plan and allocate daily tasks to the material recording clerk, stores assistants, manage staff leave, and monitor attendance times of staff in the store.
• Conduct staff performance review and implement performance management development system processes as required. Supervise, train, mentor, and, where necessary, discipline staff to maintain the code of conduct within the respective area of responsibility. Ensure that daily follow-ups are done on the O-9 file.
• Oversee and ensure accurate and timeous capturing and finalization of received invoices according to SOP. Monitor appropriate management of all processes, including proper record keeping and filing, timeous collection of purchase order documents, and submission of invoices for payments.
• Ensure effective communication between different stakeholders in facilitating the management of expired stock, stock return documents, and receipt vouchers.
• Manage and facilitate requisition and utilization of consumables in the designated area.
• Assist the receiving material recording clerk in resolving receiving-related queries for effective receiving processes.
• Conduct stock taking periodically and manage the warehouse to ensure that there is always enough stock in the warehouse all the time. Compile the monthly Theoretical Stock report and Bi-Annual Stocktake report. Ensure continuous compliance with SOPs, policies, and Supply Chain Management-related legislation.
• Participate in warehouse meetings and attend training programs as required. Participate and ensure that the unit complies with the ideal hospital requirements. Be willing to rotate within different sections of the Supply Chain when operationally required.

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Requirements :

• A Grade 12 certificate is required, coupled with a National Diploma (equivalent to NQF level 6)/ Bachelor’s Degree (equivalent to NQF level 7) in Supply Chain Management/Logistics Management/Public Management/ or equivalent, plus a computer literacy certificate. Experience in a public hospital environment will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge and understanding of SCM polices and processes (PPPFA, PFMA etc. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, and to attend to details and ensure the correctness of data/information. Ability to work under pressure and to work in a team. Be prepared to work overtime when required to meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills and interpersonal relations. Must be a client-oriented person. Computer knowledge and literacy are compulsory. Knowledge of SRM / SAP.

Duties :

• Inventory management processes, including amongst Issuing stock as per internal requisitions to respective Cost Centres. Prepare Cost Centres report monthly before budget meeting.
• Proper stock movement recording by updating tally card with transactions for items issued to the End user on VA10, VA4, VA5, VA8 and VA9. Conduct sample stock take, stock control as per allocation and period stock take process as per regulations.
• Ensuring prompt replenishment of stock as per minimum and maximum stock levels and compile monthly stock reconciliation
• Do Monthly spot check to rectify discrepancies. Do Monthly inventory stats. Handling of end-user queries and reporting on progress.
• Support the web cycle and transit office with functions as requested or allocated like receiving, verification of deliveries and capturing of GRN/ GRV/ on SAP/ SRM including updating of weekly receipts report.
• Clearing of work-cycle and prepare VA10 for stock replenishment Handle queries presented to the department and provided report on relevant functions as allocated. Compile and submit reports as per relevant function and support the Stores Assistant with queries.

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Requirements :

• A Grade 12 certificate is required, coupled with a National Diploma (equivalent to NQF level 6)/ Bachelor’s Degree (equivalent to NQF level 7) in Supply Chain Management/Logistics Management/Public Management/ or equivalent, plus a computer literacy certificate.
• Experience in a public health environment will be an added advantage. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines, and to attend to details and ensure the correctness of data/information. Ability to work under pressure and to work in a team.
• Be prepared to work overtime when required to meet deadlines. Good communication skills and interpersonal relations. Must be a client-oriented person. Computer knowledge and literacy are compulsory. Knowledge of SRM / SAP.

Duties :

• Demand & Acquisition management processes, including registration of end-user requirements, RFQ administration process for goods and services, generation of shopping carts for purchase orders, and expediting of Purchase Orders.
• Assist end users in drafting specifications and obtaining material master numbers. Check and evaluate the compliance of all quotations received before presentation to the QAC committees.
• Handling of end-user queries and reporting on progress. Handle queries presented to the department and provide a report on relevant functions as allocated. Conduct stock taking periodically and ensure that there is always enough stock in the warehouse all the time. Compile and submit reports as per the relevant function and support the Warehouse with queries.