GovJobs SAMedical Specialist: Paediatric
Department
Department of Health
Location
Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital 135
Salary
Grade 1: R1 395 528 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (excluding commuted overtime). Grade 2: R1 592 274 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package), (excluding commuted overtime). Grade 3: R1
Closing date
28 Sept 2026
Reference number
MED SPEC PAEDS/1/2026
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number MED SPEC PAEDS/1/2026.
- 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 — 28 Sept 2026. Late applications are not considered.
Requirements
MB; ChB Degree Current registration as a Specialist in Paediatrics with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). Registration Certificate as a Specialist in Paediatrics with HPCSA Additional Qualification: Experience in critical care will be an advantage Experience: Grade 1 No Experience required. Grade 2: 5 Years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Paediatrics). Grade 3: 10 Years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Paediatrics) Knowledge, Skills, training and Competencies required: Broad knowledge of working in general Paediatrics and Ethics. Good communication and supervisory skills. Appropriate specialist assessment, diagnosis and management of patients. Familiarity with procedures and management protocols within the subspecialty of
Duties
Required to train in paediatric critical care Undertake ward rounds in the paediatric intensive care, high care and wards Consultation for referrals of children with critical illness. Calls in the paediatric service Clinics in post PICU/HCU patient. Training of fellows in subspecialty training. Teaching of undergraduate medical students. Training postgraduate students (registrars/medical officer) in paediatrics. Expected to undertake outreach at tertiary/regional hospitals. Community engagement. Involved in clinical governance and quality improvement plan.
Enquiries
Dr. Ebrahim G.M. Hoosen Tel No: (031) 240 1476
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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