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Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Psychiatry) (3-year contract) (Contract position)

Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness
Western Cape

Job Details

R1 395 528 a year

Full Job Description

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Contract

Reference No:

ECSS56/2026

Location:

Tygerberg Hospital, Chief Directorate: ECSS

REMUNERATION

Grade 1: R 1 395 528 per annum, Grade 2: R 1 592 274 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 844 151 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

STARTING DATE

6/26/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/10 17:00:00

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry. Grade 2: A Minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognized Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry. Grade 3: A Minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognized Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid Driver’s licence. Willingness to travel. Willingness to participate in the after-hours duty roster.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Specialist knowledge in the assessment and management of general adult psychiatry conditions including emergency psychiatry and eating disorders. Knowledge of eating disorders and obesity (bariatric) psychiatry. Advanced clinical knowledge and skills in adult psychiatry. Administration of electroconvulsive therapy. Clinical governance and service planning. Teaching and supervision of health professionals at multiple levels. Evidence-based practice and research methodology. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to lead, supervise, and work in multi-disciplinary teams. Professional resilience and adaptability. Commitment to Batho Pele principles and WCG values: Caring, Competence Accountability, Integrity, Innovation, Responsiveness. Demonstrated expertise in the management of eating disorders and bariatric psychiatry.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Provide high-quality specialist psychiatric clinical services to adult patients across inpatient, outpatient, liaison, eating disorder, and bariatric psychiatry services. Support safe, efficient, and ethical service delivery by participating in clinical governance activities, service planning, and quality-improvement initiatives within the department. Deliver structured teaching and supervision to undergraduate students, registrars, medical officers, and other health professionals to support training and clinical competence. Participate in academic activities and contribute to research relevant to psychiatry, including supervision, publication, and continuing professional development.

ENQUIRIES

Dr Almero Oosthuizen Tel: (021)402 6552, (email [email protected])

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 on health professionals 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.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and

bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.