Two sessional Medical Officer posts in the Emergency Department at Far East Rand Hospital. Paid R501, R572 or R662 an hour depending on grade.
| Job Title | Sessional Medical Officer (Emergency Department) |
| Employer | Gauteng Department of Health |
| Reference Number | REFS/056745 |
| Category | Hospital |
| Location | Springs, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Employment Type | Part Time |
| Date Posted | 8 October 2026 at 08:00 |
| Closing Date | 9 October 2026 at 23:59 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R501 – R662 per hour |
| Minimum Qualification | Bachelor's degree |
About this Sessional Medical Officer (Emergency Department) position
Introduction
Far East Rand Hospital needs two sessional Medical Officers for its Emergency Department. You are paid by the hour, and the rate depends on whether you're appointed at Grade 1, 2 or 3. If you work well under pressure and like fast, hands-on medicine, this is the one of four sessional posts to look at first.
About the Company
Far East Rand Hospital is a public hospital run by the Gauteng Department of Health. This post is in its Emergency Department.
Responsibilities
• Triage patients and sort them by acuity
• Resuscitate patients, including advanced airway management, inserting CVPs and ICDs, and managing cardiac arrests following ACLS protocols
• Manage trauma and carry out other procedural interventions
• Decide where patients go next, make referrals and keep proper records
Required Qualifications
• A minimum qualification (MBChB/MBBCh) that allows HPCSA registration as a Medical Practitioner
• Proof of current HPCSA registration as an independent medical practitioner for 2026/2027
• Good work ethics: reliability, discipline and the ability to work under pressure
• The ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team, with sound decision-making and a solution-oriented attitude
• An advantage: BLS, ATLS, ACLS, PALS and an additional Diploma in Primary Emergency Care
Job Benefits and Perks
Paid by the hour, by grade.
• Grade 1: R501 per hour
• Grade 2: R572 per hour
• Grade 3: R662 per hour
How to Apply
Apply online, in PDF format only, at www.gautengonline.gov.za. No faxed, emailed or hand-delivered applications will be considered, and the public service charges no fees. If someone asks you for money, report it.
Use the new Z83 form (the version effective from 1 January 2021), fully completed and signed, with a CV that describes your duties in detail and names two referees who are current or former supervisors.
Only shortlisted candidates will be asked for certified documents, on or before the interview day, after HR makes contact. If you haven't been contacted within three months of the closing date, treat the application as unsuccessful. Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by SAQA, and that is your responsibility. Qualifications, professional registration, references, financial information and criminal records will all be verified. Suitable candidates also go through OHS medical surveillance under the Hazardous Biological Agents and Hazardous Chemical Substances regulations. Telephonic interviews are only allowed for a valid reason. The Gauteng Department of Health supports the appointment of people with disabilities.
Questions about the post: Dr Chadinha on 011 812 8300.
Official source: Gauteng E-Recruitment Portal advert (REFS/056745) · Last checked: 8 October 2026
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