Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

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Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Medical Officer Grade 1 to 3 (Forensic Pathology) (6 months Contract)

Employment Type: Contract

Reference No: ECSS97/2025

Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Observatory Forensic Pathology Institute

Competencies (Knowledge/Skills):

Above-average ability to communicate clearly and discreetly in person and in writing. Above-average computer and software literacy. Administration skill. Ability to teach Medical students, Forensic Pathology Officers and Medical Staff. Ability and willingness to perform duties outside of normal working hours and away from base of employment. Good interpersonal skills including effective service delivery within a group situation at all levels of authority.

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.

Enquiries:

Dr. IH Alli ).

Experience:

Grade 1: None after registration as a Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 1-year relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 2: A minimum of 5 years' appropriate experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 6 years' relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa. Grade 3: A minimum of 10 years' appropriate experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with the HPCSA in respect of SA qualified employees. 11 years' relevant experience after registration as a Medical Practitioner with a recognized foreign Health Professional Council in respect of foreign qualified employees, of whom it is not required to perform Community Service as required in South Africa.

Note:

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be subjected to security clearance prior to appointment. Candidates may have to undergo profiling assessments prior to appointment. Candidates will be subjected to a practical test. 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 to register 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 heath professionals who apply for this first time for registration in a specific category with the relevant council (including individuals who must apply for change in registration status). The pool of applicants will be considered for vacancies within Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Observatory Forensic Pathology Institute, for a period of three months from the date of the advert, provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.

Duties (Key Results Areas/Outputs):

Perform post-mortems at Medical Officer level, completion of investigations and documentation in relevant cases, and completion of post-mortem reports in 12 weeks. Expert evidence in court related cases, and Forensic opinions as requested by the Department of Justice. Attendance of and examination of incident cases. Support to the Head: Clinical Unit and Medical Specialists in all aspects required. Guidance of Forensic Pathology Officers with regard to performance of post-mortems. Assist with teaching and training of Medical, Criminal investigation and Justice groups in medico-legal autopsies and related investigations.

Registration With Professional Council:

Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Practitioner.

Inherent Requirements Of The Job:

Valid Code B/EB driver's license. Will be required to perform medico-legal autopsies in the examination of unnatural death admissions. Will be required to deliver expert testimony in court proceedings and provide opinions for prosecutors. Knowledge of the functioning of a Forensic Pathology Department. Ability to do the Diploma in Forensic Pathology. Exposure to Post-mortems, autopsy work and dissection. Appropriate experience in trauma related cases.

Remuneration:

Grade 1: R per annum; Grade 2: R per annum; Grade 3: R per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.

Starting Date:

11/28/2025 12:00:00 AM

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver's license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.

Closing date: 12/12/2025 12:00:00 AM