Every day, a doctor somewhere in South Africa calls in sick, takes leave or resigns, and the shift still needs to be covered. A locum doctor is a qualified, registered physician who fills that gap, delivering the same standard of care as permanent staff. This post explains how locum cover works, how it differs from permanent employment, and why facilities that plan for it ahead of time are better placed to keep patients safe.

Submit your timesheets in time, to be paid on time this Heritage Day long weekend. Contact payroll.  

Walk in or log in. NSSA's September Open Days run every Wednesday and Friday at our Bellville office in Cape Town, open to nurses of every category and locum healthcare professionals across all specialities. Bring your documents and register in one sitting, no appointment needed. Not in Cape Town? Book a 20-minute virtual slot and register from anywhere in South Africa. 

The RAF is legally required to fund home nursing, physiotherapy, and rehabilitation for road accident survivors - yet most families and even legal teams never access it. This guide breaks down exactly what's covered, the five-step funding process, and what attorneys should require from a care provider.