47 Family Physician jobs in South Africa

Location:

Western Cape

Sector:

Government

Category:

Allied Health and Medical Professions

Job Title:

Family Physician

Job Type:

Locum

Availability:

Shift Work – Ad Hoc or Rota

What you can expect:

SD Recruitment requires consistent locum Allied Health & Medical Professions in Cape Town and surrounding areas for Employment Opportunities available at various locations including Clinics and Hospitals. With a clientele spanning the nation, SD Recruitment is the preferred provider for a diverse array of staffing needs, ranging from emergency shift coverage, Ad Hoc to long-term placements. At SD Recruitment, you have the autonomy to select your preferred working times and locations.

Duties & Responsibilities

Job Function:
Responsible to elevate primary healthcare within the district health system serving as a highly skilled generalist. Responsibilities encompass overseeing clinical quality, enhancing capacity, providing clinical instruction, and advocating for community-centered primary care.

What our Compliance Team will require for registration:

• Confirmation of Registration with the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa) Relevant Qualification Certificate
• Professional Indemnity - Certificate of Medical Membership (South African Medical Association (SAMA)
• CV - with contactable references (uploaded when submitting your online application)

Benefits of Joining SD Recruitment:

• Access to diverse locum opportunities
• Competitive compensation packages
• Professional support throughout the placement process
• Flexibility to choose shifts that fit your schedule

Package & Remuneration

Hourly

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Location: Western Cape Sector: Government Category: Allied Health and Medical Professions Job Title: Family Physician Job Type: Locum Availability: Shift Work – Ad Hoc or Rota What you can expect: SD Recruitment requires consistent locum Allied Health & Medical Professions in Cape Town and surrounding areas for Employment Opportunities available at various locations including Clinics and Hospitals. With a clientele spanning the nation, SD Recruitment is the preferred provider for a diverse array of staffing needs, ranging from emergency shift coverage, Ad Hoc to long-term placements. At SD Recruitment, you have the autonomy to select your preferred working times and locations. Duties & Responsibilities Job Function: Responsible to elevate primary healthcare within the district health system serving as a highly skilled generalist. Responsibilities encompass overseeing clinical quality, enhancing capacity, providing clinical instruction, and advocating for community-centered primary care. What our Compliance Team will require for registration: Confirmation of Registration with the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa) Relevant Qualification Certificate Professional Indemnity - Certificate of Medical Membership (South African Medical Association (SAMA) CV - with contactable references (uploaded when submitting your online application) Benefits of Joining SD Recruitment: Access to diverse locum opportunities Competitive compensation packages Professional support throughout the placement process Flexibility to choose shifts that fit your schedule Package & Remuneration Hourly #J-18808-Ljbffr

Head of Emergency Unit - Family Physician

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Closing date: 07/08/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Suraisha Naidoo
Reference number: 62434
Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed-term contract, please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To provide overall clinical leadership in the emergency centre and to be the driver for safe, patient-focused clinical care by the effective development and utilisation of resources, ongoing data analysis, and prioritised action plans.

We are looking for a Family Physician with the required MMed qualification.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

MB BCh/MB ChB and Dip PEC or MSc/MPhil (Emergency Medicine)

MMed Emergency Medicine or MMed Family Medicine (FCEM/ FCFP)

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

At least three years’ experience working in an emergency centre in the private sector and at least one year supervisory or managerial experience.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

Suitable managerial and leadership involvement in the emergency medicine environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Lead the clinical service delivery in the emergency centre
• Manage and mentor emergency centre practitioners
• Integrate data, audits, and reports to develop solutions for business requirements
• Participate in company strategies and projects
• Drive emergency centre quality improvement and assurance initiatives to ensure safe, quality patient care
• Identify and mitigate risks in the emergency centre

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Health Professions Act No. 56 of 1974
• The Charter of the Public and Private Health Sectors of South Africa
• The Patients’ Right Charter
• HPCSA Regulations and Guidelines on Ethical rules, regulations, and policy guidelines
• National Health Act No. 61 of 2003
• Mental Health Care Act No. 17 of 2002
• Children’s Act No. 38 of 2005
• Children’s Amendment Act No. 17 of 2022
• Knowledge of the private healthcare industry
• South African Triage Scale
• Data management and report writing skills
• Advanced Life Support Courses (Cardiac, Paediatric, and Trauma)
• Disaster and Major Incident Management
• Other relevant clinical courses (e.g., Advanced airway, Ultrasound, Procedural sedation)
• MCSA Clinical Policies and Procedures relevant to the Emergency Centre
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Suite)

All applicants will be considered, with preference given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed-term contract, please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

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MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To provide overall clinical leadership in the emergency centre and to be the driver for safe, patient-focused clinical care by the effective development and utilisation of resources, ongoing data analysis, and prioritised action plans.

We are looking for a Family Physician with the required MMed qualification.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

MB BCh / MB ChB and Dip PEC or MSc / MPhil (Emergency Medicine)

MMed Emergency Medicine or MMed Family Medicine (FCEM / FCFP)

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

At least three years’ experience working in an emergency centre in the private sector and at least one year supervisory or managerial experience.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

Suitable managerial and leadership involvement in the emergency medicine environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Lead the clinical service delivery in the emergency centre
• Lead, manage, and mentor the emergency centre practitioners
• Integrate data, audits, and reports to develop solutions for business requirements
• Actively participate in company strategies and projects
• Initiate and drive emergency centre quality improvement and quality assurance initiatives to ensure safe, quality patient care is delivered at all times
• Identify and mitigate risks in the emergency centre

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Health Professions Act No. 56 of 1974
• The Charter of the Public and Private Health Sectors of the Republic of South Africa
• The Patients’ Right Charter
• HPCSA Regulations and Guidelines on Ethical rules, regulations, and policy guidelines
• National Health Act No.61 of 2003
• Mental Health Care Act No. 17 of 2002
• Children’s Act No. 38 of 2005
• Children’s Amendment Act No. 17 of 2022
• Private healthcare industry knowledge
• South African Triage Scale
• Data management and report writing skills
• Advanced Life Support Courses (Cardiac, Paediatric, and Trauma)
• Disaster and Major Incident Management
• Other relevant clinical courses (e.g., Advanced airway, Ultrasound, Procedural sedation)
• MCSA Clinical Policies and Procedures relevant to the Emergency Centre
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Suite)

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Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg| Pietermaritzburg | South Africa

Closing date: 07/08/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Suraisha Naidoo
Reference number: 62434
Workplace Type:On-site
Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To provide overall clinical leadership in the emergency centre and to be the driver for safe, patient focused clinical care by the effective development and utilisation of resources, ongoing data analysis and prioritised action plans.

We are looking for a Family Phycician with the required MMed qualification.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

MB BCh/ MB ChB and Dip PEC or MSc/ MPhil (Emergency Medicine)

MMed Emergency Medicine or MMed Family medicine (FCEM/ FCFP)

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

At least three years’ experience working in an emergency centre in the private sector and at least one year supervisory or managerial experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

Suitable managerial and leadership involvement in the emergency medicine environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Lead the clinical service delivery in the emergency centre
• Lead, manage and mentor the emergency centre practitioners
• Integrate data, audits and reports to develop solutions for business requirements
• Actively participate in company strategies and projects
• Initiate and drive emergency centre quality improvement and quality assurance initiatives to ensure safe, quality patient care is delivered at all times
• Identify and mitigate risks in the emergency centre

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Health Professions Act No. 56 of 1974
• The Charter of the Public and Private Health Sectors of the Republic of South Africa
• The Patients’ Right Charter
• HPCSA Regulations and Guidelines on Ethical rules, regulations and policy guidelines
• National Health Act No.61 of 2003
• Mental Health Care Act No. 17 of 2002
• Children’s Act No. 38 of 2005
• Children’s Amendment Act No. 17 of 2022
• Private healthcare industry knowledge
• South African Triage Scale
• Data management and report writing skills
• Advanced Life Support Courses (Cardiac, Paediatric and Trauma)
• Disaster and Major Incident Management
• Other relevant clinical courses (e.g. Advanced airway, Ultrasound, Procedural sedation)
• MCSA Clinical Policies and Procedures relevant to the Emergency Centre
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Suite)

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

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Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg| Pietermaritzburg | South Africa Closing date: 07/08/2025 Number of positions: 1Recruiter name: Suraisha Naidoo Reference number: 62434 Workplace Type: On-sitePermanent Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To provide overall clinical leadership in the emergency centre and to be the driver for safe, patient focused clinical care by the effective development and utilisation of resources, ongoing data analysis and prioritised action plans. We are looking for a Family Phycician with the required MMed qualification. REQUIRED EDUCATION ESSENTIAL EDUCATION MB BCh/ MB Ch B and Dip PEC or MSc/ MPhil (Emergency Medicine) MMed Emergency Medicine or MMed Family medicine (FCEM/ FCFP) REQUIRED EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE At least three years’ experience working in an emergency centre in the private sector and at least one year supervisory or managerial experience DESIRED EXPERIENCE Suitable managerial and leadership involvement in the emergency medicine environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS Lead the clinical service delivery in the emergency centre Lead, manage and mentor the emergency centre practitioners Integrate data, audits and reports to develop solutions for business requirements Actively participate in company strategies and projects Initiate and drive emergency centre quality improvement and quality assurance initiatives to ensure safe, quality patient care is delivered at all times Identify and mitigate risks in the emergency centre REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Health Professions Act No. 56 of 1974 The Charter of the Public and Private Health Sectors of the Republic of South Africa The Patients’ Right Charter HPCSA Regulations and Guidelines on Ethical rules, regulations and policy guidelines National Health Act No.61 of 2003 Mental Health Care Act No. 17 of 2002 Children’s Act No. 38 of 2005 Children’s Amendment Act No. 17 of 2022 Private healthcare industry knowledge South African Triage Scale Data management and report writing skills Advanced Life Support Courses (Cardiac, Paediatric and Trauma) Disaster and Major Incident Management Other relevant clinical courses (e.g. Advanced airway, Ultrasound, Procedural sedation) MCSA Clinical Policies and Procedures relevant to the Emergency Centre Computer Literacy (Microsoft Suite) All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements. Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile #J-18808-Ljbffr

Emergent/Urgent Care Family Physician (200-1282)

Reference Number

200-1282

Ladysmith Urgent Care invites qualified physicians to explore rewarding work opportunities in our picturesque oceanside community, located just 25 minutes from Nanaimo and 20 minutes from Duncan. We offer short-term and long-term positions with immediate availability. This job opportunity provides rewarding small town Emergency/Urgent care work in a collegial setting.

The practitioner will work collaboratively with an inter-professional health care team to provide culturally safe urgent care to patients on-site at Ladysmith Urgent Care Centre. Physician must be comfortable with acute management of minor injuries and medical conditions, and familiar with procedures including cardioversion, intubation, casting.

Our competitive pay consists of MOCAP and REEF bonuses (together around $375 per 7.5-hour shift), in addition to MSP fee-for-service earnings. Rural Retention Program's 4.2% fee premium applies to all MSP billings. We can also offer a hassle-free billing option through utilization of our local billing clerk. Total remuneration typically exceeds $,500 per 7.5-hour shift, depending on patient volume and procedures performed.

Embrace the flexibility of being "on-call" like a rural ER physician, coming in when needed and having the freedom to leave during quiet periods. Our prime location between Nanaimo and Duncan provides access to two sets of specialists and support from CDH and NRGH emergency rooms. We offer either 7.5 or 15-hour shifts with no overnight call.

Our modest facility boasts state-of-the-art resources, including a dedicated team of RNs, basic lab work, EKG/TNK thrombolysis, POCUS (Sonosite), CT scans, several chest tube options, X-ray/casting & finger-trap for fracture reductions, slit lamp, procedural sedation, cardioversion, and IV therapy and infusion capabilities. We also receive ambulances from the community.

Mandatory qualifications include current CCFP (EM preferred, but not required), Advanced Trauma Life Support certification or CARE course, current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification, must have done Paediatric Advanced Life Support course at least once. We offer trial shifts and buddy shifts to help you acclimate to the site. During buddy shifts, you'll work alongside a regular physician on a weekday morning, seeing patients at your own pace and billing for your services.

Start Date

As soon as possible.

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA), including (subject to change):

Recruitment Incentive: up to a maximum of 10,000 (pro-rated based on FTE)

Relocation: up to a maximum of 15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)

Flat fee: 6,508.80

Fee Premium: 4.20%

CME: 2,200/annum year 3-4 and 4,400/annum after 4 years in the community

The above amounts are current as of December 2024 and may be subject to change.

Full-time or Part-time positions available.

Community Information

Located on the beautiful east coast of Vancouver Island the Town of Ladysmith with a population of 8,000± residents offers a full spectrum of educational facilities from pre-school to senior secondary. Founded at the turn of the century the town still enjoys a small town family-oriented atmosphere while providing easy access to the larger centres of Nanaimo, Victoria and Vancouver.



With its temperate climate, the opportunities for recreational activities abound - from sailing, kayaking, and diving to golf and hiking the extensive network of area trails.



Vancouver Island, one of Canada’s most livable regions, provides the very best in both urban and rural living. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, Vancouver Island offers an opportunity to combine a rewarding career with an enviable quality of life.

Job Types

Permanent Family Practice

Department

Primary Care

Facility/Site

Ladysmith Urgent Care Centre

City

Ladysmith

Contact

Darsey Batchelor, Medical Staff Recruiter

Island Health

Email:

The physicians will work with a team, which includes Registered Nurses and other health care providers, to collectively deliver urgent care to patients at Ladysmith Urgent Care Centre 365 days per year. 7 days a week (0730 to 2230)

Remuneration

Education, Training and Experience

Eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC

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Emergent/Urgent Care Family Physician (200-1282)

Reference Number

200-1282

Ladysmith Urgent Care invites qualified physicians to explore rewarding work opportunities in our picturesque oceanside community, located just 25 minutes from Nanaimo and 20 minutes from Duncan. We offer short-term and long-term positions with immediate availability. This job opportunity provides rewarding small town Emergency/Urgent care work in a collegial setting.

The practitioner will work collaboratively with an inter-professional health care team to provide culturally safe urgent care to patients on-site at Ladysmith Urgent Care Centre. Physician must be comfortable with acute management of minor injuries and medical conditions, and familiar with procedures including cardioversion, intubation, casting.

Our competitive pay consists of MOCAP and REEF bonuses (together around $375 per 7.5-hour shift), in addition to MSP fee-for-service earnings. Rural Retention Program's 4.2% fee premium applies to all MSP billings. We can also offer a hassle-free billing option through utilization of our local billing clerk. Total remuneration typically exceeds $,500 per 7.5-hour shift, depending on patient volume and procedures performed.

Embrace the flexibility of being "on-call" like a rural ER physician, coming in when needed and having the freedom to leave during quiet periods. Our prime location between Nanaimo and Duncan provides access to two sets of specialists and support from CDH and NRGH emergency rooms. We offer either 7.5 or 15-hour shifts with no overnight call.

Our modest facility boasts state-of-the-art resources, including a dedicated team of RNs, basic lab work, EKG/TNK thrombolysis, POCUS (Sonosite), CT scans, several chest tube options, X-ray/casting & finger-trap for fracture reductions, slit lamp, procedural sedation, cardioversion, and IV therapy and infusion capabilities. We also receive ambulances from the community.

Mandatory qualifications include current CCFP (EM preferred, but not required), Advanced Trauma Life Support certification or CARE course, current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification, must have done Paediatric Advanced Life Support course at least once. We offer trial shifts and buddy shifts to help you acclimate to the site. During buddy shifts, you'll work alongside a regular physician on a weekday morning, seeing patients at your own pace and billing for your services.

Start Date

As soon as possible.

May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA), including (subject to change):

Recruitment Incentive: up to a maximum of 10,000 (pro-rated based on FTE) Relocation: up to a maximum of 15,000 (amount based on location relocating from) Flat fee: 6,508.80 Fee Premium: 4.20% CME: 2,200/annum year 3-4 and 4,400/annum after 4 years in the community

The above amounts are current as of December 2024 and may be subject to change.

Full-time or Part-time positions available.

Community Information

Located on the beautiful east coast of Vancouver Island the Town of Ladysmith with a population of 8,000± residents offers a full spectrum of educational facilities from pre-school to senior secondary. Founded at the turn of the century the town still enjoys a small town family-oriented atmosphere while providing easy access to the larger centres of Nanaimo, Victoria and Vancouver. With its temperate climate, the opportunities for recreational activities abound - from sailing, kayaking, and diving to golf and hiking the extensive network of area trails. Vancouver Island, one of Canada’s most livable regions, provides the very best in both urban and rural living. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, Vancouver Island offers an opportunity to combine a rewarding career with an enviable quality of life.

Job Types

Permanent Family Practice

Department

Primary Care

Facility/Site

Ladysmith Urgent Care Centre

City

Ladysmith

Contact

Darsey Batchelor, Medical Staff Recruiter Island Health Email:

The physicians will work with a team, which includes Registered Nurses and other health care providers, to collectively deliver urgent care to patients at Ladysmith Urgent Care Centre 365 days per year. 7 days a week (0730 to 2230)

Remuneration

Education, Training and Experience

Eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC

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Emergent/Urgent Care Family Physician (200-1282) Reference Number 200-1282 Ladysmith Urgent Care invites qualified physicians to explore rewarding work opportunities in our picturesque oceanside community, located just 25 minutes from Nanaimo and 20 minutes from Duncan. We offer short-term and long-term positions with immediate availability. This job opportunity provides rewarding small town Emergency/Urgent care work in a collegial setting. The practitioner will work collaboratively with an inter-professional health care team to provide culturally safe urgent care to patients on-site at Ladysmith Urgent Care Centre. Physician must be comfortable with acute management of minor injuries and medical conditions, and familiar with procedures including cardioversion, intubation, casting. Our competitive pay consists of MOCAP and REEF bonuses (together around $375 per 7.5-hour shift), in addition to MSP fee-for-service earnings. Rural Retention Program's 4.2% fee premium applies to all MSP billings. We can also offer a hassle-free billing option through utilization of our local billing clerk. Total remuneration typically exceeds $,500 per 7.5-hour shift, depending on patient volume and procedures performed. Embrace the flexibility of being "on-call" like a rural ER physician, coming in when needed and having the freedom to leave during quiet periods. Our prime location between Nanaimo and Duncan provides access to two sets of specialists and support from CDH and NRGH emergency rooms. We offer either 7.5 or 15-hour shifts with no overnight call. Our modest facility boasts state-of-the-art resources, including a dedicated team of RNs, basic lab work, EKG/TNK thrombolysis, POCUS (Sonosite), CT scans, several chest tube options, X-ray/casting & finger-trap for fracture reductions, slit lamp, procedural sedation, cardioversion, and IV therapy and infusion capabilities. We also receive ambulances from the community. Mandatory qualifications include current CCFP (EM preferred, but not required), Advanced Trauma Life Support certification or CARE course, current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification, must have done Paediatric Advanced Life Support course at least once. We offer trial shifts and buddy shifts to help you acclimate to the site. During buddy shifts, you'll work alongside a regular physician on a weekday morning, seeing patients at your own pace and billing for your services. Start Date As soon as possible. May be eligible for additional remuneration in accordance with the Rural Subsidiary Agreement (RSA), including (subject to change): Recruitment Incentive: up to a maximum of 10,000 (pro-rated based on FTE)Relocation: up to a maximum of 15,000 (amount based on location relocating from)Flat fee: 6,508.80Fee Premium: 4.20%CME: 2,200/annum year 3-4 and 4,400/annum after 4 years in the community The above amounts are current as of December 2024 and may be subject to change. Full-time or Part-time positions available. Community Information Located on the beautiful east coast of Vancouver Island the Town of Ladysmith with a population of 8,000± residents offers a full spectrum of educational facilities from pre-school to senior secondary. Founded at the turn of the century the town still enjoys a small town family-oriented atmosphere while providing easy access to the larger centres of Nanaimo, Victoria and Vancouver.With its temperate climate, the opportunities for recreational activities abound - from sailing, kayaking, and diving to golf and hiking the extensive network of area trails.Vancouver Island, one of Canada’s most livable regions, provides the very best in both urban and rural living. Renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty, Vancouver Island offers an opportunity to combine a rewarding career with an enviable quality of life. Job Types Permanent Family Practice Department Primary Care Facility/Site Ladysmith Urgent Care Centre City Ladysmith Contact Darsey Batchelor, Medical Staff RecruiterIsland HealthEmail: The physicians will work with a team, which includes Registered Nurses and other health care providers, to collectively deliver urgent care to patients at Ladysmith Urgent Care Centre 365 days per year. 7 days a week (0730 to 2230) Remuneration Education, Training and Experience Eligible for Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC #J-18808-Ljbffr