Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3 (Emergency Medicine)

About the role

The Department of Health and Wellness (Western Cape) is hiring a Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3 (Emergency Medicine) in Rural Health Services, based in Paarl Hospital. This is a permanent post, paying R1,041,402 a year. How to apply: Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”). Closing date: 20 November 2026, 17:00PM Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply. Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration to register with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview. This concession is only applicable to candidates who apply for the first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). It should be noted that advertised posts are linked to the Institution/Facility that forms part of the Ecosystem Service platform. Upon appointment, incumbents will be expected to render clinical services across institutions in the Ecosystem, as needed to sustain health service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive emergency care to patients by diagnosing and treating illnesses and other health conditions.
• Prescribe and manage treatment plans, including medication and therapies.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Refer patients to specialists or other healthcare providers when necessary.
• Financial management by effective and efficient use of resources.
• Complete the required CPD activities to maintain registration with the HPCSA.
• Participate in training and educational programs for healthcare professionals.
• Complete and submit required medical reports and documentation for legal and administrative purposes.
• Uphold the reputation and integrity of the medical profession.

Requirements

• Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Officer.
• Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Officer.
• Experience: Grade 1: None after registration as Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA-qualified employees.
• 1 year’s relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreignqualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform community service as required in South Africa.
• Grade 2: at least 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees.
• At least 6 years relevant experience after registration as Medical Practitioner with a recognised foreign Health Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.
• Grade 3: at least 10 years appropriate experience as a Medical Practitioner after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in respect of SA qualified employees.
• At least 11 years 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.
• Inherent requirements of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s license, willingness, and ability to travel.
• Competencies (knowledge/skills)
• Appropriate experience in Emergency Medicine
• Proven experience in procedural skills appropriate to the field of Emergency Medicine
• Proven knowledge of public health policies, guidelines and related prescript to manage resources effectively
• Good professional attitude
• Good Communication skills