Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Otorhinolaryngology)
Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness
A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
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Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Otorhinolaryngology)
Employment Type: Permanent
Reference No: RHS68/2026
Worcester Regional Hospital
Minimum Education Qualification
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Medical Specialist in Otorhinolaryngology.
Note
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).
Experience
Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Otorhinolaryngology. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Otorhinolaryngology. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Otorhinolaryngology.
Enquiries
Dr JJ Fourie, tel. no. (023) 348 1101
Requirements
Proven competency in managing Otorhinolaryngology cases independently. Proven experience in quality improvement and research methodology. Proven leadership and team-work abilities. Proven knowledge of relevant health policies, guidelines and related prescripts to manage resources effectively. Computer literacy.
Registration With A Professional Council
Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Otorhinolaryngology.
Duties (Key Result Areas/Outputs)
Patient-centered services through comprehensive, efficient and cost-effective ENT services that is of high quality across the Rural Central Ecosystem. Strong clinical governance through a culture of persistent quality improvement and research within the department to stay abreast of clinical development. Teaching and learning by fostering a learning environment for students, junior staff and peers at both under- and postgraduate level as required; as well as updating own knowledge and skills. Perform outreach and support to improve service delivery in the Rural Central Ecosystem. Sound corporate governance evident by effective and efficient financial and physical resource management; as well as adherence to requirements for all People Management matters.
Inherent Requirements Of The Job
Provision of services across the Rural Central Ecosystem which will include extensive travelling. Valid (Code B/E or higher) driver’s license. Ability to work overtime and or shifts when necessary. Availability during Major Incidents as needed and appropriate.
Remuneration
Grade 1: R 1 395 528 - R 1 479 723, Grade 2: R 1 592 274 - R 1 688 553 per annum, Grade 3: R 1 844 151 - R 2 301 186 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
Starting Date
6/12/2026 12:00:00 AM
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.
- 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.
This advertisement may be utilized to create the pool of potential candidates for a period of not more than 3 calendar months from the date of the advertisement to fill any vacancy in the Department of Health and Wellness provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.