Head Clinical Department – Family Medicine x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Head Clinical Department – Family Medicine (Grade 1-2)
- Reference Number: H/H/3/2026
- Industry: Healthcare / Family Medicine
- Location: Universitas Academic Hospital
- Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: -
Grade 1: R2,600,811 – R2,760,408 per annum (all-inclusive)
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Grade 2: R2,841,732 – R3,016,110 per annum (all-inclusive)
Package: 70% basic salary, 30% flexible portion (Medical Aid optional)
Job Overview
The Head of Clinical Department: Family Medicine leads clinical services, outreach programs, teaching, research, and departmental administration. This senior position ensures high-quality service delivery, professional development of staff and trainees, and compliance with clinical governance and public service standards.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage and supervise outreach, in-reach, and support services in the Free State
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Render commuted overtime as required
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Lead service delivery, administration, research, and teaching at UAH/UFS
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Supervise the teaching and training of undergraduate and postgraduate students
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Perform duties as directed by the Head of Clinical Services / CEO / Head of School / Dean
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Monitor and evaluate clinical indicators, including clinical audits, and provide reports
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Ensure departmental compliance with National Core Standards and quality improvement initiatives
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Support curriculum design, postgraduate supervision, and academic research activities
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Maintain professional standards and contribute to institutional leadership and policy development
Minimum Requirements
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Matric (Grade 12)
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Qualification allowing registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist in Family Medicine
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Current HPCSA registration for 2026/2027
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Certified service record as a Medical Specialist
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South African citizen or permanent resident
Experience Required
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Grade 1: Minimum 3 years post-registration experience as a Medical Specialist in Family Medicine
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Grade 2: Equivalent or higher-level leadership and specialist experience
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Demonstrated teaching, research, and departmental leadership experience
Knowledge & Skills
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Leadership qualities and departmental management experience
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Teaching, learning, and examining at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
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Research experience: publications, postgraduate supervision, national/local research engagement, or PhD
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Membership of relevant professional and managerial committees
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Excellent communication, administrative, and organizational skills
How to Apply
Applications: iHealth e-Recruitment Portal
Enquiries: Dr. R Nathan – (051) 405 3496
Additional Information
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Joint academic and clinical appointment
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Responsibilities include service delivery, leadership, administration, research, and teaching
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Monitoring and reporting of clinical effectiveness indicators
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Participation in audits and departmental quality improvement programs