Head Clinical Department
Department
Department of Health
Location
Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital
Salary
R2 704 842 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (excluding commuted overtime)
Closing date
30 Sept 2026
Reference number
HCDMEDCARDIO//01/2026
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number HCDMEDCARDIO//01/2026.
- Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
- Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
- Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 30 Sept 2026. Late applications are not considered.
Requirements
Registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa as a Specialist Physician and Sub-specialist Cardiologist. FP(SA) and Cert Cardio (SA) / MMed or equivalent and/or a PhD and/or an established and demonstrated record of research experience (5 or more publications in peer reviewed journals) and /or evidence of supervision of registrars /fellows (3 or more candidates) A minimum of seven (7) years’ experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Cardiologist must include experience in clinical management as a clinical head of unit; Additional Qualification: Evidence of quality teaching and learning practice. Evidence of management and administrative skills. Computer literacy and A valid driver' s licence. Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competence Required: Clinical, procedural and training skills. Counselling and conflict resolution skills. Leadership, administration, man
Duties
On the clinical side, incumbents will manage clinical services in an extended area of the province, which promotes the provision of clinical services for Region 1 and beyond the major metropolitan centres. The incumbent would be expected to apportion their time and energy appropriately between the major centres to develop the teaching/service platform (Durban, Pietermaritzburg, Empangeni, Stanger and Port Shepstone). The incumbent will also develop research initiatives, which focus on the enhancement of service delivery in the context of the burden of cardiac disease. The incumbent should also ensure that clinical service in Region 1 are co-ordinated and these are in line with the teaching platform of the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal. Through this, we will
How to apply
Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 33 of 2026.
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