CSHS456-2026 Occupational Medicine Practitioner at City of Tshwane

Appointment requirements


An appropriate three-year tertiary qualification or degree (national diploma or degree)
MBChB degree
Registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a medical practitioner
Post-graduate diploma or degree in Occupational Medicine that is registered with the South African Society of Occupational Medicine
At least six years' relevant working experience
Supervisory experience will be an added advantage
Valid Code B driving licence and own transport
Computer literacy
Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost


Primary functions


Perform employee fitness-for-work evaluations, including initial, pre-placement and exit health evaluations, as well as evaluation of prolonged sick absenteeism and medical incapacity
Implement and render a comprehensive occupational health service, including basic medical services, to employees of the City of Tshwane
Support departments regarding sick absenteeism management, including verifying sick certificates and following up sick certificates
Ensure and participate in the investigation of occupational diseases and some injuries on duty
Ensure rendering of and render medical services to employees, including consultations for injuries on duty, ailments and emergencies, monitoring of chronic diseases, directly observed therapy, home visits, examinations for professional driving permits and influenza immunisation
Execute generic personnel management functions