This vacancy has closed. It closed on 24 August 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
SESSIONAL MEDICAL OFFICER GRADE 1: (20 SESSIONS)
Department of Health
- Reference number
- MPDOH/AUG/26/1253
- Salary
- R501.00 per hour, (Less than 5 years relevant experience) R572.00 per hour, (At least 5 years, but less than 10 years, relevant experience) R662.00 per hour, (10 years and more relevant experience)
- Centre
- Waterval Boven Hospital (Nkangala District)
- Province
- Mpumalanga
- Closing date
- 24 August 2026
- Circular
- No 28 of 2026
Requirements
Appropriate qualifications that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Officer (2026). A valid work permit will be required from non-South Africans. Sound knowledge of medical ethics. Multidisciplinary management and teamwork and experience in the respective medical discipline. Knowledge of current Health and Public Service regulations and policies. Skills in terms of consultations, history taking, examination, clinical assessment and clinical management. Knowledge, skills, Training and Competences required. Sound knowledge of medical ethics. Multidisciplinary management and teamwork and experience in the respective medical discipline. Sound clinical knowledge. Competency and skills in general clinical domains. The ability to work independently and under pressure and beyond normal working hours and work with diverse team. Good communication, leadership, interpersonal, and engage when necessary. Knowledge of current health policies, legislation, programs and priorities within the domain. Ability to teach and guide junior staff within the department. Behavioural Attributes: Stress tolerance, to work within a team, self-confidence and the ability to build and maintain good relationship.
Duties
To execute duties and functions with proficiency, to support the aims and objectives of the institution that consistent with standards of patient care. Accept responsibility for the management of patients admitted in a level 2/3 package of service facility. Assist in the preparation and implementation of guidelines and protocols. Participate in academic and training programs. Assist with clinical audits actively participate in continuous professional development. Provide support to hospital management towards an efficient standard of patient care and services maintained. Comply with the performance Management and Development System (conducting quarterly reviews and final assessment).
Where to send your application
Departmental Online Application System: www.mpuhealth.gov.za
Enquiries
Mr. Emmanuel Makokoropo Tel No: (013) 766 3384 / Ms. Gugu Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 3103 / Ms. Sebenzile Mthisi Tel No: (013) 766 3339, Mr. Mxolisi Maseko Tel No: (013) 766 3351, Mr. Samson Nyoni Tel No: (013) 766 3087 and IT related queries: Help desk Tel No: (013) 766 3018.
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 28 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 7 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.
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