Medical Officer: Psychiatry

Gauteng Department of Health · Gauteng

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Requirements

Appropriate qualification that allows for registration with HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in Psychiatry. Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner in Psychiatry.
No experience required after registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner in Psychiatry. The following will be an added advantage: An interest in psychiatry and experience in psychiatry as well as Diploma in Mental health will be added advantage.

clinical assessment, history taking, mental status examination and physical examination of psychiatric patients, formulation, development and execution of evidence based and compassionate patient care plans. The application of cost containment measures in service delivery is important. Assessment and management of medical and psychiatric emergencies.
Counseling and education of patients and families. Proper clinical records keeping including all laboratory results. Preparation of referral letters and discharge summaries for all patients.
Participation in ward /departmental administrative duties. Teaching of students. Commitment to highest level of care, ethics, professionalism and punctuality. Work within a multi-disciplinary team and report all conflict of interest and corruption.
Participation in outreach, academic and research programs at any of the Gauteng Health facilities affiliated to the Department of Psychiatry at the University of the Witwatersrand. Clinical and overtime duties performed at any of the Gauteng Health facilities affiliated to the Department of Psychiatry at the University of the Witwatersrand.

Closing Date : 28-09-2026