Head of Clinical Unit (Family Medicine) at Gauteng Department of Health

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Specialist Family Physician (Joint Appointment)

Reference Number: REFS/035496
Employer: Department of Health
Directorate: Family Medicine
Location: Tshwane District Health Services
Number of Posts: 1
Salary Package: R 2 084 754.00 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package)
Enquiries: Mr Solly Makua – 073 450 7972
Closing Date: 03-03-2026

Position Overview

This is a joint appointment post in Family Medicine in collaboration with the University of Pretoria and Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Division of Family Medicine.

The successful candidate will provide specialist clinical services within the district while leading academic training, research, and professional development initiatives. The role requires strong clinical management expertise and academic leadership capabilities.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Appropriate specialist qualification in Family Medicine: MPrax MED, MFAMMED, MCFP (SA), MMED or equivalent
Registration certificate with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Specialist Family Physician
Current annual HPCSA registration card
At least 3 years’ experience after registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Family Medicine
Extensive knowledge of the South African District Health System and Primary Health Care (PHC) system
Significant undergraduate and postgraduate teaching experience
Experience supervising postgraduate research

The candidate must demonstrate strong clinical management skills and academic leadership qualities.

Key Responsibilities

The appointed Specialist Family Physician will be responsible for:

Coordinating comprehensive medical services within the district
Implementing quality improvement processes to address patient care and health system challenges
Ensuring performance management implementation for Family Physicians, medical officers, registrars, and other subordinates
Participating in District Management structures and supporting implementation of the District Health Plan
Providing leadership in the implementation of PHC re-engineering, School Health, and Ward-Based PHC Outreach Teams
Coordinating and rolling out structured continuous professional development programmes for clinicians

Clinical and Operational Duties

The successful candidate will:

Render specialist Family Medicine services across district healthcare facilities
Rotate through all service points within the district
Participate in commuted overtime as required
Contribute to the establishment and oversight of clinical protocols
Develop, coordinate, and supervise the six-month Family Medicine rotation for Registrars across the district

Academic and Research Responsibilities

The role includes strong academic involvement, including:

Leading and actively participating in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training programmes
Supervising postgraduate research
Conducting high-quality primary care research
Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed publications
Participating in university and district-related committees
Performing additional duties as determined by the Chief Director

Application Process

Applications must be submitted strictly online through the Gauteng Department of Health E-Recruitment portal at: https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/Public/ViewJob.aspx?u=HJrUMMmsKNw7hWGtJmUlhg==

No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted.

For assistance with online applications, applicants may email: [email protected]

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit the following documents:

Fully completed and signed new Z83 application form
Recently updated comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Registration certificate with HPCSA
Proof of current annual registration (Annual Practicing Certificate or Card)

Applications without the required Z83 form, detailed CV, registration certificate, and proof of current registration will be disqualified.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents not older than six months prior to the interview.

Applicants with foreign qualifications must provide evaluation certification from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).

Additional Information

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only
If no response is received within three months of the closing date, consider the application unsuccessful
Successful candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, including criminal record, citizenship, credit record, qualification, and employment verification
Candidates may be required to complete a skills or knowledge assessment
The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 5 of 1993
The Department promotes representivity in terms of race, gender, and disability
Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
The Department reserves the right not to appoint or fill this post.