Medical Specialist Grade 1 to 3: Psychiatry (Psychiatric and Medical Services) (Permanent position)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type: Permanent

Reference No: MHS383/2026

Location: Lentegeur Hospital, Chief Directorate: Metro Health Service

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.

ENQUIRIES

Ms Mary Jacobs, tel. no. (021) 370 1314

REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL COUNCIL

Registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry.

DUTIES (KEY RESULT AREAS/OUTPUTS)

Provide specialist clinical services to inpatients and outpatients, including outreach services within the hospital catchment area and Ecosystem Framework. Management of relevant clinical governance and administrative requirements. Leadership of a multi-disciplinary clinical team. Academic teaching, training and research.

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 a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign-qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or a recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of a foreign-qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Psychiatry.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Valid (code B/EB) driver’s licence. Willingness to participate in after-hours duties when required. Willingness to provide outreach with-in the Hospital catchment area and Ecosystem framework.

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).

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS)

Competencies in the clinical assessment and management of child and adolescent mental disorders. Strong record of clinical expertise, clinical governance, research, teaching and training at under and postgraduate levels. Excellent managerial, interpersonal, leadership, administrative, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to supervise clinical training and teaching. Appropriate experience in teaching, training and supervision of students, Registrars and Medical Staff. Appropriate experience in delivering clinical services to children and adolescents.

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.