Medical Specialist

About the role

The Department of Health (KwaZulu-Natal) is hiring a Medical Specialist, based in Newcastle Regional Hospital. This is a permanent post, paying R1,395,528 – R1,479,723 a year. How to apply: All applications should be posted to: The Recruitment Officer, Newcastle Regional Hospital, Private Bag X6653, Newcastle, 2940 OR can be done on S’thesha Waya-Waya website. Applications: can also be emailed to Thembalami.Zwane@kznhealth.gov.za Reference number to quote: NE01/2026 Closing date: 30 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: This Department is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of all occupational categories in the Department. Note: The contents of this Circular Minute must be brought to the notice of all eligible officers and employees on your establishment of all Institutions. Institutions must notify all candidates who qualify for post in this circular minute even if they are absent from their normal places of work to apply. Direction to Candidates: the following documents must be submitted: Application for Employment form (Z83) which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website - www.kznhealth.gov.za. The application form (Z83) must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae, Certified copies of ID, Highest educational qualification and other relevant documents will be requested for submission only from shortlisted candidates. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 and on the back of the envelope, e.g. NE01/2016. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will be disqualify applicants. Person with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. The appointment is subject to positive outcome obtained from the NIA the following checks (security clearance, credit records, qualification, citizenship and previous experience employment verification). Due to the large number of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. However, correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Please note that due to financial constraint no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for an interview.

Responsibilities

• Strengthen and deliver Neonatal clinical services in the department of Obstetrics &Gynaecology at Newcastle Regional Hospital.
• Assist with the O&G services coordination between levels of care.
• Assist in quality improvement activities including clinical audit, data management, monitoring and evaluation and regular reporting on key indicators related to O&G burden of disease.
• Actively participate in the academic under-end post-graduate O&G training program (including clinic teaching).
• Perform and supervise O&G operational research activities in the Speciality Department.
• Perform overtime as required in the Speciality Department.
• Participate in the academic and teaching programme and meetings in the O&G department.
• Participate in the multidisciplinary team discussions in the unit.
• Responsibility for care of patients in the out-patient and in-patient setting.
• Provide outreach to PCH’s, CHC’s and District Hospitals.
• ENQURIES: Dr. JJN Duze – Senior Manager: Medical Services Tel No: (034) 328 0000.

Requirements

• Senior certificate/Grade 12.
• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner.
• Appropriate tertiary qualification in the Health Science (MBChB) an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
• Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in O&G.
• Current HPCSA registration 2026/2027.
• Grade 1: No experience required.
• Registrars who have completed their training may also apply on condition that their appointment will be subjected to them submitting documentary evidence of registration with the HPCSA.
• Grade 2: In addition to the requirements for a Grade 1 specialist post, at least 05 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in O&G is required for appointment as a grade 2 specialist.
• Grade 3: In addition to the requirements for a Grade 1 specialist post, at least 10 years relevant experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in O&G is required for appointment as a grade 3 specialist.
• Knowledge, Skills, Training And Competencies Required:
• - Sound knowledge and experience in O&G. knowledge of current health and public service legislation, regulations and policies including medical ethics, epidemiology and statistics
• Good communication, leadership, decision-making and clinical skills
• Ability to teach junior doctors and participate in continuing professional development
• Sound knowledge of clinical procedures and protocols within the discipline. assessment and management of patients