HEAD CLINICAL UNIT (ORTHOPAEDICS) (Madadeni Hospital)

SAdocs · August 9, 2026, 1:06pm

HEAD CLINICAL UNIT (ORTHOPAEDICS)

Reference Number : MAD 01/2026
Number of Posts : 01
Package : R2 168 145 – R2 592 273.00 P. A (all-inclusive package)
Enquiries : Dr. X.F Nene, 034 328 8007

Requirements :

An appropriate qualification in the appropriate Health Science (MBCHB);
PLUS, Current registration with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa as a Specialist in the category of Orthopaedics
PLUS At least Five (5) years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with HPCSA as a medical specialist in the category of Orthopaedics.
Current registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (2026 Receipt)
Certificate of Service from previous and current employer endorsed and stamped by HR must be attached.

Duties :

Planning and implementation of Specialist Orthopaedic services (Outpatient, Inpatient and Operating Theatre lists)
Participate/provision if after-hour service.
Co-ordination and equitable rationalization of Specialist Orthopaedic service Amajuba District and outlying drainage areas.
Liaison with institutional management of hospitals in the district and drainage areas to improve quality of care.
Facilitation of staff training and development.
Participate /support the outreach programme to the referring Hospitals and Clinics.
Liaison with the relevant Chief Specialist regarding service development.
Develop a training program for medical, nursing and allied services.
Develop policies and guidelines facilitating service delivery.
Participate in quality improvement projects and clinical auditing.
Participate and facilitate clinical research.
Cost effective utilization of scarce resources.
Participate in Senior Management and strategic activities.
Perform commuted overtime in line with hospital needs.
Manage EPMDS of the General Surgery department.

Notes :

Equity Target: African Male
The all-inclusive package consists of 70% basic salary and 30% flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable rules, 18% inhospitable of basic salary plus fixed commuted overtime.
Only the following documents must be submitted: (a) A detailed CV and a New (Z83) form, fully completed, initialed and signed, obtainable from any Public Service Departments, failing which your application will not be considered. (b) Certified copies of ID, highest educational qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested for submission only from shortlisted candidates.
The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the Z83 form and at the back of the envelope, e.g. MAD 01/2022
NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants.
Applications are respectfully informed that, if no notification of Appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to have a foreign qualification, which is the requirement of the post, evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation on application. Failure to comply will result in the application not being considered.
The appointment is subject to the positive outcomes obtained from the following checks: Security Clearance, Qualifications (SAQA), Citizenship and Previous Experience Verification.
All employees in the Public Service that are presently on the same salary level but on a notch/package above the minimum that of the advertised post are free to apply.
This institution is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representatively in all levels of the Department. People with disability should feel free to apply.
Please note that due to financial constraint no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for interview.
Applications can be submitted through Courier OR Hand delivered to: HR Office No. 3, Madadeni Hospital, F0001Section 6, Madadeni, 2951

Employer : Department of Health, KwaZulu-Natal
Location : Madadeni Hospital
Closing Date : 28 AUGUST 2026