HEAD OF CLINICAL UNIT: GRADE 1 (Limpopo Department of Health)

SAdocs · October 20, 2026, 8:29am

HEAD OF CLINICAL UNIT: GRADE 1

Reference Number : CIRCULAR 73 OF 2026 - POST 3
Number of Posts : 2
Package : R2 168 145.00 p.a plus Rural Allowance of 18% of basic salary PSCBC will apply. Commuted Overtime in accordance with the provincial policy and service delivery requirements
Enquiries : Ms Hlokoa RE at 015 293 6406, Ms Mompei MM at 015 293 6126 / Ms Sebake RL at 015 293 6426, Ms Sebola MF at 015 293 6002 and Ms Mothiba JT at 015 293 6329

Centre and Disciplines :

Tshilidzini Hospital [1]; Mankweng Hospital [1]:- [General Surgery, Pediatrics and Child Health]

This post is a joint appointment with the University of Limpopo, either as a senior lecturer or as an associate professor / professor if the requirements of the University of Limpopo are met.

A. Inherent Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

A National Senior Certificate / Grade 12 / Matric plus an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner Independent Practice or Public Service in the relevant medical specialty / sub-speciality
Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner Independent practice / public service in a relevant specialty
Grade 1: A minimum of 3 years as a Medical Specialist or Medical Sub-specialist.
The following shall be added advantages:
- Supervision of Registrar/s for MMed dissertation (attach cover page of dissertation/s as proof)
- Peer reviewed publication/s.
- PhD qualification or candidacy (attach proof of qualification or registration).
A valid driver’s license except people with disabilities.
Willingness to work in a flexi and/or shift system.

B. Knowledge and Skills

Sound knowledge, skill and experience in the relevant discipline.
Evidence of leadership, innovation and managerial ability
Evidence of ability to effectively train and teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level and experience in research and supervision
Vision for the development of services in your discipline and appropriate knowledge of the health system.

C. Personal Attributes

Integrity and professionalism.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Accountability and reliability.
Proactive and results-oriented.
Calm under pressure and adaptable to change.
Committed to continuous learning and Batho Pele principles

D. Key Performance Areas for Clinical Disciplines

Plan and render comprehensive effective health service for patients in the province, appropriate to the discipline and level of care including outreach and support services to other levels of care in the catchment area
Lead clinical governance and quality improvement in your area of responsibility, including developing relevant guidelines and protocols and ensuring clinical and mortality audits
Coordinate clinical responsibilities with and supervise specialists, registrars, medical officers, interns and other health care workers in your discipline
Lead academic activities in both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
Provide continuing medical education programmes for doctors in the relevant discipline
Assist with the strategic and operational planning of services in the catchment area of the hospital

Notes :

Applications should include a fully completed new Z83 form obtainable from any government institution or at www.dpsa.gov.za and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae [CV].
Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to come for an interview, at which time, certified copies of all relevant qualifications, current registration with the relevant statutory body and copy of ID must be submitted.
All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One shall be a practical exercise and the other shall be an Integrity [Ethical Conduct] Assessment as per Directive on Human Resource Management and Development for Public Service Professionalization effective from 01 April 2024.
Successful candidates will be expected to enter into a performance agreement and sign an oath of secrecy. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability checks (criminal records, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification).
Kindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised in this circular.
The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.

Employer : Limpopo Department of Health
Location : Limpopo Department of Health
Closing Date : 2026-11-06