Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3 (Anaesthesia) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

MHS483/2026

Location:

Karl Bremer Hospital

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

14 Aug 2026

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

11 Sep 2026, 5:00 pm

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.

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 with their levant 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 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).

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Clinical experience in Anaesthesia and critical care and be able to render high quality clinical care in district level Theatre-Anaesthesia-Surgery environment, including responsibilities in high care. Excellent administrative and clinical governance skills. Ability to balance a large, diverse clinical workload, with the teaching and supervisory requirements of the position. Be computer literate, have strong administrative, managerial, communication and conflict resolution skills.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Medical Specialist in Anaesthesia.

EXPERIENCE

Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Anaesthesia. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist in Anaesthesia, after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign-qualified employee). Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist in Anaesthesai, after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign-qualified employee).

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Anaesthesia.

ENQUIRIES

Mr J Lucas (CEO) , Tel (021) 918 1223

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Clinical service delivery at specialist level across the full spectrum of district level Anaesthesia, including operating theatres, endoscopy suite, high care unit and wards. Administrative & clinical governance including lead-clinician activities, performance management, theatre & equipment management, morbidity & mortality review, medical record keeping, data analysis and quality improvement. Teaching, training and supervision of registrars, medical officers, inters and students, as well as participation in the hospital academic program. Domain specific ouputs and participation within the Metro East ecosystem, with a focus on district level theatre efficiency and including all aspects of Theatre-Anaesthesia-Surgery (TAS) functioning, alignment with & participation in Anaesthesia in the Metro East ecosystem.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid driver's license and willingness to travel. Willingness to work commuted overtime.

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.