INVESTIGATOR

Health Professions Council of South Africa’s vision is realized through protecting the public and
guiding the professions

INVESTIGATOR
Paterson grade C4
Remuneration package: R721, 741 per annum (Cost to Council)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
 Bachelor’s degree in health sciences plus current registration with any Health Statutory Council
 Valid driver’s License.
 3 years professional practice (clinical/ non-clinical) or investigation experience.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
 Knowledge of Health Professions Act, HPCSA Regulations and rules.
 Understanding of HPCSA policies
 Strong analytical skills
 Good Customer Relations skills
 Organisational and planning skills
 Good communication skills (written and verbal)
 Report writing skills
 Computer Literacy (MS Office, and Outlook)

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES & KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
 Investigate allegations of contravention or failure to comply with any provision with the Health Professions Act.
 Investigate allegations of unprofessional conduct by registered persons.
 Obtain relevant information or documents from persons or institutions.
 Decide on the need for precautionary suspension of practitioners who cause imminent risk to the public.
 Compile an investigation report for the preliminary inquiry including the following: facts of the case; Issues;
rules or provision contravened & Recommendation to the Committee.
 Do a trend analysis of complaints investigated.
 Identify areas that will inform Education and Training, and Professional Practice, including Continuing
Professional Development.
 Submit monthly and quarterly reports on the level of compliance and segment of incidence/ cases/
complaints.
 Assist in development and conduction of awareness programs.
 Compile agenda items in a prescribed format for Committees of Preliminary Inquiry following investigation.
 Attend Preliminary Inquiry Committee meetings to provide clarification when required.
 Ensure that resolutions to the complainant and to the practitioner are executed timeously.
 Assist in the compilation of management reports on complaints investigated and the decision taken by
committees of preliminary inquiry.
 Assist in the compilation of reports for Professional Boards and relevant Committees of Council.
 Carry out any other function as may be delegated by the Head of Division.

Please NOTE that shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a technical assessment

In terms of HPCSA’s Employment Equity Plan and commitment to diversify its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from groups that are underrepresented in the organisation and persons with disabilities. HPCSA reserves the right to re-advertise or not to fill the position.

All interested applicants should forward their application letter, together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, Qualifications, a copy of valid driver’s license and current registration with the relevant Health Statutory Council, to recruitment@hpcsa.co.za quoting the job title in the subject line. The post requires travelling for investigation of cases.

N.B Failure to attach required copies will result in your application not being considered.

Closing date: 20 August 2025

If you have not heard from us within 30 days of the
closing date of the application, please consider your
application as being unsuccessful. Communication will
be with shortlisted candidates only.

We wish you all the best with your applications