JOBS AT FREE STATE VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS

The Free State Department of Health is recruiting experienced medical specialists for multiple high-level positions in 2026, offering competitive salary packages of up to R3 million per year.

These roles provide an opportunity for specialists to shape public healthcare, lead clinical departments, and contribute to academic medicine at leading hospitals in the province.

Most positions are located at Universitas Academic Hospital, one of the province’s top teaching hospitals, with additional vacancies at Boitumelo Regional Hospital and Mofumahadi Manapo Mopeli Regional Hospital.

📅 Application Deadline: 20 March 2026

Top Leadership Roles Available

Head Clinical Department – Forensic Medicine

💰 Salary: Up to R3.01 million per year
📍 Universitas Academic Hospital

This senior leadership role involves:

• Leading forensic medicine services across the province

• Training medical students and specialists

• Conducting academic research

• Strengthening clinical governance

Head Clinical Department – Family Medicine

💰 Salary: Up to R3.01 million per year
📍 Universitas Academic Hospital

This role is ideal for specialists passionate about community healthcare and medical education, with responsibilities including:

• Leading family medicine programmes

• Supporting registrar training

• Developing outreach services

• Participating in academic research

Head Clinical Unit – Obstetrics and Gynaecology (2 Posts)

💰 Salary: Up to R2.49 million per year
📍 Universitas Academic Hospital

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing obstetrics and gynaecology services

• Supervising junior doctors and registrars

• Delivering specialist care for high-risk pregnancies

Head Clinical Unit – Orthopaedics (2 Posts)

💰 Salary: Up to R2.49 million per year
📍 Boitumelo Regional Hospital, Kroonstad

Successful candidates will:

• Lead orthopaedic services

• Provide specialist surgical care

• Train junior medical staff

• Improve patient care standards

Sub-Specialist Opportunities

The department is also recruiting sub-specialists in several critical disciplines:

• Paediatrics Development Specialist

• Paediatric Oncology Specialist

• Internal Medicine – Nephrology (2 posts)

• Internal Medicine – Clinical Haematology

• Paediatric Neurology Specialist

These positions offer salary packages of up to R2.21 million annually, along with opportunities for teaching and clinical research.

Additional Specialist Vacancies

Further positions are available in:

• Obstetrics and Gynaecology

• Family Medicine

• Cardiology

• Pharmacology

• Urology

• Psychiatry

💰 Salary Range: Approximately R1.34 million – R2.21 million per year, depending on experience and grade.

Who Should Apply?

To qualify, applicants typically must have:

• Matric (Grade 12)

• A recognised medical specialist qualification

• Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa

• Relevant specialist experience

Candidates with teaching, research, and academic publications will have an advantage for certain positions.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via the Free State Department of Health e-Recruitment portal.

Applicants must include:

• Completed Z83 application form

• Detailed CV

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other supporting documents.

Apply here:
https://ihealth.fshealth.gov.za/e-Recruitment

Important Information

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

• Candidates may be required to complete skills tests and integrity checks.

• Successful candidates will undergo security vetting and verification.

• All appointments include a 12-month probation period.

The Free State Department of Health encourages applications from candidates who will contribute to Employment Equity, including women and persons with disabilities.

📅 Closing Date: 20 March 2026