Medical Specialist (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) x1
Job Details
- Position: Medical Specialist (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) – Grade 1–3 (X1 Post)
- Facility: Pelonomi Tertiary Hospital
- Placement: Mofumahadi Manapo Mopeli Regional Hospital
- Location: Free State (Bloemfontein / Phuthaditjhaba)
- Reference Number: H/M/32/2026
- Sector: Public Health
- Application Platform: iHealth e-Recruitment
- Closing: As per advert
Salary Package
- Grade 1: R1,341,855 – R1,422,810 per annum
- Grade 2: R1,531,032 – R1,623,609 per annum
- Grade 3: R1,773,222 – R2,212,680 per annum
Includes:
- 70% basic salary
- 30% flexible benefits (e.g., medical aid optional)
Job Description
This role involves providing specialist care in obstetrics and gynaecology, including managing pregnancies, childbirth, and reproductive health conditions. You will ensure safe maternal and neonatal care, perform surgical procedures, and support women’s health services.
The role also includes training junior staff, clinical governance, and outreach services within the Free State healthcare system.
Key Responsibilities
Maternal & Clinical Care
- Manage pregnancies, labour, and postnatal care
- Diagnose and treat gynaecological conditions
- Perform obstetric and gynaecological procedures and surgeries
- Prescribe medication and interpret diagnostic tests
Emergency & Critical Care
- Handle obstetric emergencies and complications
- Perform resuscitation and critical care interventions
Team Leadership & Training
- Supervise junior doctors and healthcare staff
- Provide training and mentorship
Documentation & Legal Compliance
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Complete medico-legal documentation
- Ensure ethical and professional clinical practice
Quality & Governance
- Conduct clinical audits
- Monitor healthcare outcomes and performance indicators
- Ensure compliance with:
- Health Professions Council of South Africa
- Free State Department of Health
- Office of Health Standards Compliance
Outreach & Administration
- Provide outpatient services and long-term patient care
- Support healthcare delivery across the Free State
- Perform commuted overtime (mandatory)
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 (Senior Certificate)
- MBChB (Medical Degree)
- Specialist qualification in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Specialist
- Current HPCSA registration (2026/2027)
Experience Requirements
- Grade 1: No experience required
- Grade 2: Minimum 5 years’ experience as a registered specialist
- Grade 3: Minimum 10 years’ experience as a registered specialist
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong clinical and surgical expertise
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams
- Teaching and supervision skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of public health policies and legislation
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- High stress tolerance and attention to detail
- Certifications:
- ACLS
- ATLS
- APLS