Medical Officer Grade 1 – Witbank Hospital (Nkangala District) Jobs

Salary: R1 001 349 – R1 078 116 per annum

Post Number: MPDoH/Dec/25/873

Requirements

• MBChB degree or 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 (2025) for independent practice.
• Note: The appointed Medical Officer must be able to work shifts. Non-South Africans will need a valid work permit. Sound knowledge of medical ethics is required.
• Experience in multidisciplinary management, teamwork, and the relevant medical discipline. Knowledge of current health and public service regulations and policies.
• Skills in consultations, history taking, examination, clinical assessment, and management.
• For Grade 1: No experience required after HPCSA registration as a Medical Practitioner (independent practice). Foreign-qualified applicants need at least 1 year of relevant experience after registration with a recognized foreign health professions body or the HPCSA.
• Sound knowledge of medical ethics.
• Multidisciplinary management, teamwork, and experience in the medical discipline.
• Strong clinical knowledge, competency, and skills in general clinical areas.
• Ability to work under supervision as an efficient team member.
• Good communication, leadership, interpersonal, and supervisory skills.
• Ability to manage patients independently and responsibly, and to seek help when needed.
• Knowledge of current health policies, legislation, programs, and priorities.
• Ability to teach, guide, and supervise junior staff.
• Behavioral attributes: Stress tolerance, teamwork, self-confidence, and ability to build and maintain good relationships.

Duties

• Perform duties proficiently to support the institution’s aims and maintain high standards of patient care. Take responsibility for managing patients in a level 2/3 service facility.
• Assist in preparing and implementing guidelines and protocols.
• Participate in academic and training programs.
• Demonstrate sound clinical knowledge in medicine and handle medical emergencies effectively.
• Follow ethical medical practices.
• Contribute to clinical audits and continuous professional development.
• Support hospital management to maintain efficient patient care and services.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the official Mpumalanga Department of Health application process. Build your CV for free and download it in different templates.