DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Health And Wellness

Medical Specialist Grade 1 To 3 (SUB-SPECIALITY: PAEDIATRIC CRITICAL CARE)

Salary or stipendGrade 1: R1 615 818 per annum Grade 2: R1 844 151 per annum Grade 3: R2 014 278 per annum (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.)

The Department of Health And Wellness is looking for a Medical Specialist Grade 1 To 3 (SUB-SPECIALITY: PAEDIATRIC CRITICAL CARE). This is a permanent role based in Western Cape.

Tygerberg Hospital, Parow ValleyApplications close 9 November 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/280, page 198

Appointment
Permanent
Province
Western Cape
Closing date
9 November 2026
Centre
Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley

What you will need

  • Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
  • Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
  • Inherent requirement of the job: A valid driver’s licence.
  • Ability to function independently at a level of a Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.
  • Demonstrated interest in Paediatric Critical Care research.
  • Working with multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Computer literacy (e.g.
  • Word, Exel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Experience

Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care. Grade 2 : A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care. Grade 199 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate experience working in Paediatric Critical Care. Appropriate experience in Paediatric Critical Care of post-cardiac surgery patients.

Professional registration

Minimum educational qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care. Registration with a professional council: Registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care. Experience: Grade 1: None after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care. Grade 2 : A minimum of 5 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees) as Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care. Grade 199 3: A minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience as Medical Specialist after registration with the HPCSA (or recognised foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employee) as a Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care.

Driver's licence

Inherent requirement of the job: A valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

  • Competencies (knowledge/skills): Appropriate experience working in Paediatric Critical Care.

Key responsibilities

  • To render a comprehensive clinical service in Paediatric Critical Care.
  • To provide clinical teaching in Paediatric Critical Care.
  • To engage in Paediatric Critical Care research.
  • Ecosystem support.

Additional details

  • Grade: Provincial

How to apply

  • Enquiries: Prof P Goussard
  • Telephone: (021) 938-9220

Please note

  • No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. “Candidates who are not in possession of the stipulated registration requirements may also apply.
  • Such candidates will only be considered for appointment on condition that proof of application for registration with the relevant council and proof of payment of the prescribed registration fees to the relevant council are submitted on or before the day of the interview.
  • This concession is only applicable on health professionals who apply for the first time for registration as Medical Specialist in Paediatric Critical Care with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status)”.

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