Requirements

• An appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner.
• Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
• Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Officer.
• Grade 1: No experience required.
• Grade 2: Minimum of 5 years relevant experience after registration.
• Grade 3: Minimum of 10 years’ experience after registration.

Duties

• Provide quality, patient-centered care for all patients.
• Examine, investigate, diagnose, and oversee the treatment of patients in the emergency department.
• Offer after-hours services to handle emergencies at the institution.
• Train and supervise undergraduate and/or postgraduate medical students.
• Participate in discipline activities, such as case presentations, unit rounds, journal clubs, and other departmental meetings.
• Handle related administrative tasks.
• Attend meetings, workshops, and training as directed by the Head of Department.
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
• Follow all departmental policies and guidelines on employment and clinical work.
• Be ready to train, develop, and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate junior doctors.

Deadline: 28th November 2025

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the Eastern Cape Department of Health’s official recruitment portal.