Medical Specialist – Internal Medicine

About the role

The Department of Health (KwaZulu-Natal) is offering an internship in Medical Specialist – Internal Medicine, based in Ladysmith Regional Hospital. The stipend is R1,395,528 – R1,479,723 a year. Department: Internal Medicine How to apply: All applications should be emailed to LadysmithHospital.Job@kznhealth.gov.za / erick.ngxongo@kznhealth.gov.za or be posted to: The Human Resource Management, Ladysmith Regional Hospital, Private Bag X9928, Ladysmith, 3370 or Hand delivery to: The Human Resource Offices, Ladysmith Regional Hospital, Office No: 15, 36 Malcom Road, Ladysmith, 3370. For attention: Mr S.L.Dlozi Reference number to quote: LRH 05/2026 Closing date: 13 November 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 only. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83 and on the back of the envelope, e.g. Ref 13/2018. NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify applicants. Person with disabilities should feel free to apply for these posts. 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). Failure to comply will result in the application not being considered”. 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. 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. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical teaching, supervision and mentorship to medical officers, interns, nurses and other relevant staff.
• Develop, implement and review clinical policies, protocols and evidence-based quality improvement initiatives.
• Uphold professional, ethical, patient-safety and clinical standards in the Internal Medicine Department.
• Participate in clinical governance, mortality and morbidity reviews, clinical audits and risk management.
• Provide comprehensive inpatient, outpatient and emergency specialist Internal Medicine services.
• Perform administrative and clinical management duties as delegated by the Head of Clinical Unit.
• Lead and monitor quality improvement projects, remedial action plans and measurable service outcomes.
• Provide timely, effective regional-level specialist consultation, referral advice and multidisciplinary patient care.
• Contribute to undergraduate, postgraduate and in-service training, assessment and professional development.
• Establish and manage specialist Internal Medicine clinics according to service needs.
• Participate in commuted overtime and provide after-hours specialist supervision and emergency support.
• Carry out delegated responsibility and support the Head of Clinical Unit in service coordination.
• Participate in departmental and hospital management, operational planning and performance reviews.
• Participate in clinical research, regional outreach, referral coordination and professional academic activities.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation, appropriate patient communication and ethical professional conduct.
• Support workforce development and the effective use of human, financial and clinical resources.

Requirements

• MBChB degree or equivalent, plus an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine.
• Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of registration for (2026 (HPCSA).
• Recommendation: A valid driver’s license.
• Experience:
• Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Internal Medicine
• Grade 2: at least 5 years’ appropriate experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Internal medicine)
• Grade 3: at least 10 years’ appropriate experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (Internal medicine)
• Knowledge, Skills, Training and Competencies: Good communication, leadership, interpersonal and decision making qualities.
• Sound knowledge of applicable health and Public service legislation policies, clinical guidelines, professional ethics, patient safety and clinical governance requirements.
• Ability to lead, supervise, mentor and teach Medical officers, Interns, students and members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of current Health legislation and policies at Public Institutions.
• Ability to diagnose and manage common medical problems including emergencies.