JOBS AT WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS
SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED
Join the Western Cape Department of Health & Wellness – Applications Close 30 January 2026
Are you ready to make a real impact in public healthcare while building a meaningful, long-term career? The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is recruiting passionate, skilled professionals to join one of South Africa’s leading public health systems.
With opportunities across medical, nursing, allied health, data science, and management, these vacancies are based at top-tier hospitals, district health services, and provincial head offices throughout the Western Cape.
High-Demand Medical Specialist Roles
We’re calling on experienced Medical Specialists (Grades 1–3) in key disciplines, including:
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry – Lentegeur Hospital
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Obstetrics & Gynaecology – Mowbray Maternity Hospital
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ENT (Otorhinolaryngology) – New Somerset Hospital
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Nuclear Medicine – Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital
Enjoy competitive salary packages ranging from R1.3 million to over R1.9 million per year, while contributing to specialist care, mentoring future clinicians, and advancing research and innovation.
Grow Your Career as a Medical Officer or Registrar
Kick-start or strengthen your specialist journey with:
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Medical Officer (Neonatology) posts at Groote Schuur Hospital
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Registrar posts in Anaesthetics (4-year training contracts) at Groote Schuur and New Somerset Hospitals
These roles offer hands-on experience in tertiary hospitals, structured training programmes, and access to academic and research opportunities.
Nursing & Allied Health Professionals Needed
We are also recruiting dedicated professionals in roles such as:
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Registered Counsellors
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Operational Manager Nursing (PHC)
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Professional Nurses (Theatre, Ophthalmology, Clinical Facilitation)
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Clinical Nurse Practitioners
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Biokineticists
These positions place you at the heart of patient care, wellness promotion, staff development, and community health initiatives, with salaries starting from approximately R397 000 per annum.
Make an Impact Beyond the Clinic
If your strengths lie in strategy, data, or programme management, explore opportunities such as:
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Health Data Scientist
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Assistant Director: Health Support (Information Management & M&E)
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Clinical Programme Coordinator (HIV/AIDS)
Help shape the future of healthcare delivery through data-driven decision-making and innovative health systems.
How to Apply
Apply online at:
👉 www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs
✔ No application fees
✔ Fair and transparent recruitment process
✔ Registration-in-progress candidates may apply
Closing Date: 30 January 2026
Don’t miss this opportunity to serve communities, grow professionally, and be part of a department committed to equity, excellence, and innovation.
Your skills can change lives — start your journey with the Western Cape Department of Health & Wellness today.
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