Medical Specialist Grade 1 To 3 (Psychiatry) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: MHS432/2026

Location: Karl Bremer Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Services

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

7/17/2026 12:00:00 AM

CLOSING DATE

• PLEASE NOTE:

2026/07/31 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 as Medical Specialist in Psychiatry.

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 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 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). Candidates will be subjected to a written/practical and oral assessment.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Clinical experience in Psychiatry, at a specialist level, with a focus on district level services. Ability to render high quality clinical care in the in- and out-patient setting, including good legislative & policy knowledge, medical record keeping, report writing and computer literate. Ability to balance the outputs of a large clinical workload with the teaching and supervisory requirements of the position. Strong administrative, managerial, communication and conflict resolution skills.

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 in Psychiatry, 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 Psychiatry, after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign-qualified employee).

ENQUIRIES

Dr S le Roux, Tel. no. (021) 918 1990

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Clinical service delivery at specialist level across the full spectrum of district level Psychiatry, including wards, outpatients, Emergency Centre and specialised clinics at both Karl Bremer Hospital and Eerste River Hospital (4 days / 1 day). Administrative & clinical governance including leadership, People Management processes, OPD management, data analysis, and quality improvement. Teaching, training and supervision of junior medical staff and students with participation in the hospital academic program as well as outreach supervision to primary health care nurse practitioners. Domain specific ouputs and participation within the Metro East ecosystem, including participation in and alignment with district-hospital-level services at two district hospitals in the Metro East ecosystem, and Mental Health Care Review Board liaison.

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.