Job Requirements
Minimum education qualification: Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as Dental Specialist in the speciality Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery. Registration with a Professional Council: Registration with the HPCSA as Dental Specialist in the speciality Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery. Experience: A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience as Dental Specialist after registration with the HPCSA as a Dental Specialist in Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery. Inherent requirement of the job: A valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge / skills): Proven record of strong leadership abilities. Sound knowledge of the governance structures and operational frameworks of joint academic-health service platforms involving universities and provincial Departments of Health. Knowledge of clinical governance, service delivery models, and regulatory requirements within public sector maxillofacial and oral surgery services. Proven ability to conduct and supervise research activities. Good communication as well as analytical and problem-solving skills. Appropriate experience in research and clinical supervision and training of staff and students at under-graduate and
Duties
Provide a comprehensive Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery (MFOS) clinical service across the combined academic and service platform, including Tygerberg and Mitchells Plain Oral Health Centres, Groote Schuur Academic Hospital, Tygerberg Hospital, Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital, and designated secondary hospitals. This includes participation in normal working hours and after-hours duties in accordance with the departmental roster. Perform administrative activities related to the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of specialist MFOS services. Exercise appropriate leadership and oversight of staff under their supervision, ensuring discipline, accountability, and service excellence. Supervision and leadership role with regards to teaching, training and education of
What is the Salary
R2 168 145 per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs).
Location
Oral Health Centre, Tygerberg/Mitchells Plain/Gugulethu/Mitchells Plain Day Hospital Platforms/Groote Schuur Hospital/Red Cross Hospital/Tygerberg Hospital
How to Apply
Dr N Behardien Tel No: (021) 937-3081/3087
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Apply Before:
5/25/2026
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Additional Information
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