Medical Doctor: Primary Health Care with City of Johannesburg
City of Johannesburg · Various Regions, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Overview
The City of Johannesburg is hiring an experienced Medical Doctor to lead comprehensive primary health care services across various regions. If you have post community service experience in a PHC setting and a passion for community health, this permanent role offers a chance to make a real impact on Johannesburg communities.
About the role
As a Medical Doctor in the City of Johannesburg's Health Department, you will coordinate the delivery of comprehensive Primary Health Care services using the District Health System legal framework. You will work across various regions, providing leadership and supervision in facilities in support of the Facility Manager.
Your day-to-day work will involve rendering health care services to patients, conducting health education and training, participating in outreach programmes, and promoting research to identify emerging health challenges. You will also play a key role in transforming PHC services through proactive health promotion and community-based interventions.
Important application notes: Only online applications via the provided link will be considered. You must complete the online job application form and attach all relevant and updated documents, including certified qualifications, certificates, ID, and CV. If you belong to professional bodies, provide your membership number and expiry date. Ensure you use Google Chrome when applying. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted. If you have not heard from the City within six weeks of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Requirements
- Completed 2 years of Internship and 1 year of Community Service
- Degree in Health Sciences (MBChB) at NQF level 8
- Current and valid registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Independent Medical Practitioner
- Post Community Service
- 3 to 5 years of experience working in a Primary Healthcare Setting, Community Health Centre, or District Hospital
- Knowledge of legislation, best practices, policies, and protocols on Health
- MS Office proficiency and good communication skills
- Willingness to work extended hours when required
- Willingness to work across the sub-district facilities of the City of Johannesburg
- Valid driver's license
Responsibilities
- Render comprehensive health care services to patients and the community through operational planning and reporting
- Conduct, coordinate, and monitor health education and training for communities and personnel
- Participate in outreach programmes within communities
- Promote and facilitate research and in-house projects to establish trends in health and identify emerging health challenges
- Improve, maintain, and sustain service delivery and healthcare outcomes in line with strategic objectives within health
- Provide leadership and supervision in the facility in support of the Facility Manager
- Effectively manage training and research aimed at developing and maintaining professional and ethical standards in PHC facilities
- Lead the transformation of PHC services through proactive health promotion interventions and community-based outreach programmes
Job details
- Organisation
- City of Johannesburg
- Location
- Various Regions, Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (3+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Salary
- R67,075.25 to R115,413.71 per month / monthly
- Category
- Healthcare & Nursing
- Posted
- 3 November 2026 (4 days ago)
- Closing date
- 17 November 2026
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
This is a great opportunity to work as a Medical Doctor within the City of Johannesburg's public health system. Make sure your HPCSA registration is current and clearly indicated in your application. Highlight your post community service experience and any work in primary health care settings. Tailor your CV to show your ability to lead and train others, as well as your commitment to community health. The application process is strictly online, so gather all certified documents beforehand. Use Google Chrome to apply smoothly. If you meet the requirements, this role offers a stable, permanent position with a competitive salary. Good luck!
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