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Specialist Psychiatrist (Joint Appointment)
Clinical Manager (Medical) Grade 1
Reference Number: REFS/035495
Employer: Department of Health
Directorate: Medical – Clinical Services
Location: Tshwane District Health Services
Number of Posts: 1
Salary Package: R 1 341 855.00 package per annum (all inclusive). (Grade of the post and remuneration will be determined by years of experience after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist according to OSD guidelines)
Enquiries: Dr V Mkhatshwa – 012 451 9247 / Dr NE Mulutsi – 012 451 9295
Closing Date: 03 March 2026
Position Overview
This is a joint appointment Specialist Psychiatrist post within Tshwane District, Gauteng Department of Health, and the Department of Psychiatry, School of Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University.
The successful candidate will provide specialist mental health services within district facilities and contribute to academic training, teaching, and research activities at university level.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- MBChB or equivalent medical qualification
- MMED (Psych) or FC Psych (SA) qualification
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist
- Appropriate experience as a Specialist Psychiatrist
- Understanding of community psychiatry
- Ability to supervise and work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Valid driver’s licence
Previous academic involvement and research training will be an added advantage.
Skills and Knowledge
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Knowledge of relevant ethics, legislation, policies, guidelines, and regulations in line with Departmental and HPCSA standards
- Good interpersonal and workplace relationship skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
- Computer literacy
- Training and supervision skills
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Providing specialist mental health services at Primary Health Care level and district hospitals, including Odi and Jubilee Hospitals
- Participating in general psychiatry services within the district as required
- Designing and implementing community-based outpatient psychiatric services and outreach programmes
- Organising and managing mental health clinical activities in an integrated and efficient manner
- Supporting and collaborating with District Family Physicians and Primary Health Care practitioners
- Facilitating intra- and inter-district referral pathways for mental health services
- Assisting in the development of protocols and procedures across all levels of mental health care
- Collaborating with non-health sectors regarding identification, care, treatment, and rehabilitation of people with mental illness
- Monitoring and evaluating mental health services to improve quality of care and ensure compliance with policies and legislation
Academic and Research Responsibilities
The appointed specialist will also:
- Participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching under the Department of Psychiatry
- Provide training to medical officers and other healthcare professionals
- Conduct research and supervise research projects
- Participate in district and university committees
- Engage in general management and administrative duties appropriate to the post
An interest in further academic studies in psychiatry, such as pursuing a doctoral degree, is encouraged.
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=HJrUMMmsKNwt7MV9nHthhw==
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:
- 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
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