Medical Officer Grade 1 To Grade 3 (Obstetrics And Gynaecology) Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services
Department
Department of Health and Wellness
Location
Mitchells Plain District Hospital, Western Cape
Salary
Grade 1: R1 041 402 per annum Grade 2: R1 188 255 per annum Grade 3: R1 375 245 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.)
Closing date
05 Oct 2026
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number.
- 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 — 05 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.
Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Practitioner. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees. A minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner
Duties
Clinical management of all non-acute and emergency O&G presentation to the emergency centres (labour ward and gynae EC). Operating independently (theatre cases include complicated caesarean sections, laparotomies for ectopic pregnancies, evacuation of uterus, postpartum sterilizations). Managing critically ill patients including resuscitation. Management of early pregnancy complications which needs a basic O&G ultrasound competency. Supervision and teaching of students, interns and midwives. Provide an efficient administration service regarding all clinical and non-clinical matters and medico-legal work. Provide guidance and leadership towards the realization of strategic goals and objectives of the department. Ensure a cost - efficient service at clinical level with regards to laboratory services, blood, medicine, consumables and equipment.
Enquiries
Dr T Hinkel Tel No: (021) 377-4757
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 34 of 2026.
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