Locum Doctors Across South Africa, Available 24/7
Whether you need cover or you are looking for it, Nursing Services of South Africa connects qualified, HPCSA-registered doctors with healthcare facilities nationwide.
Careers for Doctors
Find Locum Work That Fits Your Life
Nursing Services of South Africa (NSSA) has been placing medical professionals for over 80 years. We work with hospitals, clinics, government facilities, private practices, and occupational health settings across South Africa - and we have the shifts to match your availability and specialty.
Why do Doctors work with NSSA Recruitment Agency?
Competitive rates of pay negotiated on your behalf
Flexible shifts - days, nights, weekends, or extended placements
24/7 Consultant support - we are always available when you are
Fast, straightforward compliance process
Payments processed reliably and on time
Access to shifts via the Staffshift app - manage your availability, accept bookings, and submit timesheets from your phone
Specialties We Place:
General Practitioners | Emergency Medicine | Anaesthetics | Paediatrics | Obstetrics & Gynaecology | Internal Medicine | Psychiatry | Orthopaedics | Occupational Health | Rural & Community Health
Don't see your specialty? Contact us - we work across all disciplines.
What You Will Need to Register
To register with NSSA as a locum doctor, you will need the following:
Valid HPCSA registration (current)
Certified copy of your medical degree
Professional Indemnity Insurance (current)
Certified copy of your ID or passport
Proof of BLS/ACLS certification (where applicable)
Two professional references
We will guide you through the full compliance process. Our team will check your documents, verify your HPCSA status, and get you shift-ready as quickly as possible.
Recruitment for Healthcare Facilities
Reliable Locum Doctor Cover When You Need It Most
Staff shortages, leave, sudden illness, or high-demand periods - whatever the reason, NSSA provides qualified, fully compliant locum doctors at short notice across South Africa.
We supply locum doctors to:
Private hospitals
Government and provincial hospitals
Military hospitals
Academic and teaching hospitals
Day clinics and outpatient facilities
Occupational health settings
Mining, industrial, and remote sites
GP practices and primary healthcare centres
Old age homes and frail care facilities
Correctional services facilities
What sets NSSA Recruitment Agency Apart:
80+ Years of healthcare staffing expertise
BEE Level 2 - supporting your procurement and transformation objectives
Fully verified, HPCSA-registered doctors only
Available 24/7, 365 days a year
Dedicated account management and rapid response
Comprehensive compliance documentation provided with every placement
A proud member of the A24 Group Medial Staffing
HPCSA & Compliance
Every doctor placed by Nursing Services of South Africa is:
Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
Verified as compliant with all applicable professional and ethical standards
Covered by current professional indemnity insurance
Fully document-checked before placement
We maintain rigorous compliance standards in line with AHASA's Code of Ethics and CAPES guidelines, protecting both our doctors and the facilities they serve.
Locum Doctor FAQs
How quickly can you find a locum doctor? We aim to respond to all urgent requests within hours. For planned cover, we recommend as much notice as possible to match the right doctor to your needs.
Do you cover rural and remote areas? Yes. We have experience placing doctors in rural government hospitals and remote occupational health settings across the country.
What rates do locum doctors earn? Rates depend on specialty, experience, and shift type. Contact us for a confidential discussion or visit our Pay Rate Calculator for general guidance.
I am a foreign-qualified doctor, can I register to work with NSSA? Foreign-qualified doctors must hold a valid HPCSA registration before they can be placed. Contact us and we will advise on your specific situation.
Do I need my own indemnity insurance? Yes. All doctors registered with NSSA must hold current professional indemnity insurance before being placed.
Ready to get started?
Whether you are a doctor looking for flexible locum work or a facility that needs reliable medical cover, we are here 24 hours a day.
Tel: 087 357 0642 | Email: info@nurses.co.za | Bookings: bookings@nurses.co.za | WhatsApp Chat: 060 070 2436
