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Overview

Our client in the public sector is seeking an experienced and ethical CEO to supervise and control all strategic and business aspects of their company, on a 5-year fixed term contract. Johannesburg

Purpose

To provide strategic vision, planning, and operational leadership to ensure that the organisation’s operations are optimised to serve the cost effective and efficient pathology and laboratory health needs of the South African public health sector. The CEO will be responsible for growing and maintaining the organization with excellence, vision and insight to effectively deliver on Board, shareholder and employee expectations. The incumbent is required to build a strong and successful organization.

Key responsibilities

• Making major corporate decisions
• Managing overall operations,
• Setting and executing organizational strategy.
• Setting vision, values, and corporate culture.
• Communicating effectively with all stakeholders and stakeholder management
• Corporate Governance
• Making Capital Allocation Decisions
• Recruitment
• Financial compliance, reporting and management of financial budget.
• Resource management within budget
• Monitor output of quality services rendered.
• HR management

Requirements

• Pathology / Public Health medicine specialist qualification, registered with HPCSA, 10 years’ management experience - with executive experience (prefer laboratory / health environment industry experience)
• OR PhD Medical scientist / medicine / nursing / pharmacy, registered with HPCSA, SANC, Pharmacy Council. 12 Years' management experience - with executive experience (prefer laboratory / health environment industry experience)
• OR Equivalent Postgraduate business qualification e.g. CA (SA), MBA, 12 Years' of experience in business - with executive experience (prefer laboratory / health environment industry experience)

Skills

• Must have strong communication - English - written and verbal.
• Must have strong business acumen.
• Must have strong strategic skills.
• Must have strong leadership skills.
• Must be Ethical, with clear criminal record and a clear ITC.

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Responsibilities

• Lead operational transitions with minimal impact on service delivery and ensure process stabilisation
• Drive operational efficiency, cost optimisation, and performance improvements across teams
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify transformation opportunities and deliver measurable value
• Ensure SLA adherence and maintain high levels of client satisfaction
• Build and mentor high-performing teams, focusing on employee engagement, development, and retention
• Support leadership in business development initiatives and process improvement strategies
• Monitor financial performance, including revenue, gross margin, and operational KPIs

Qualifications

• Graduate qualification required; postgraduate qualifications advantageous
• Minimum 10 years of experience in healthcare operations management within a BPO or similar environment, preferably at a senior leadership level
• Proven experience managing large contact centers and client relationships
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and prioritisation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage and develop high-performing teams

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Responsibilities

Role Responsibilities

Accountabilities Major Activities Key Performance Indicators

Ensure seamless transition and flawless service delivery

• Focus on transition with ‘Zero’ impact on service delivery
• Focus on efficiencies - leaner, greener and faster
• Focus on Process stabilization & sustained delivery
• Reducing operation costs
• Make TBP more effective
• Build effective process management system
• FTE headcount
• Revenue from the BU Vs. Target
• Gross Margin for the BU
• MEI (Manpower Efficiency Index)

Ensure client satisfaction on all SLA’s and given parameters

• Deliver on client benefits through innovation and improvements
• Create plan to deliver efficiency
• Strengthen operational team as well as support functions to minimize leakages
• Partner with transformation team for value delivery
• Identify transformation opportunities where available
• Customer Satisfaction Survey results Vs. Desired
• Performance Index
• Improvement through Innovation

People management

• Engagement plan for each stage of employees
• Focus on employee training and development with regard to building domain expertise
• HIPO engagement initiatives to be reviewed regularly
• Cross training and skill enhancement for managing high influx of volume
• Support to Line HR and utilize their expertise more from a people engagement and retention perspective
• Ensure minimal staff attrition and high levels of engagement
• Employee Attrition Rate
• Employee Engagement Surveys

Provide assistance to industry and BU leadership for development of strategies for business development and process improvements. Working on Strategic Priorities such as (but not limited to):

• Look for opportunities to deliver additional savings for the clients
• Deliver operational efficiency improvements for both the call centre and Client
• Assistance in business development as and when required
• Reduction in Overheads as % of Revenues
• Participation in people development initiatives
• Process improvement
• USD value delivered to Client.

Focus on customer experience as the business is transitioned with zero impact on service delivery

Partner with HR to build strong people practices, and focus on capacity augmentation to manage volume effectively

DIMENSIONS

Financial Dimensions: Managing the revenue and profitability and Value Delivery

KEY DECISIONS

Decisions you make by yourself

• Strategic improvement for process delivery
• People / management rationalization

INTERACTIONS

Internal Job Role you need to interact with internally in the organization to enable success in your day to day work

• Business HR Team
• Corporate HR for staffing, internal movement, training, learning and development
• Finance Team
• Facilities Team

External Interactions Job Role you need to interact with outside the organization to enable success in your day to day work

• Clients

Qualifications

Minimum 10 years of experience within the BPO industry in senior VP Position

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

Skill Requirement

Educational Qualifications

Graduate in any field

Post graduate is preferable

Functional Skills

Experience of managing Healthcare Operation

Client relationship management

Managing large contact center

Behavioral Skills

Decisions making

Prioritization

Analytical skills

People management

Excellent communication skills

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Description

Vacancies exist for 4x Enrolled Nurses (Emergency Unit) reporting to the Unit Manager . The successful candidate will form part of the multidisciplinary team ensuring that all our patients receive comprehensive quality nursing care.

Critical Outputs

• Service excellence orientated and ensuring a caring ethos.

• Active participation in in-service programmes.

• Legal record keeping on all patient care interventions.

• Demonstrate and enhance a team spirit towards sustained care excellence.

• Must be highly customer focused, and service delivery orientated.

• Provide and record health education given to patients.

• Implement medical care as prescribed by the medical officers.

• Ensure compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures and Hospital Policies.

Requirements

• Registered with the South African Nursing Council as an Enrolled Nurse.

• Two years’ experience as an Enrolled Nurse working in Casualty in private healthcare.

• Collaboration/ Relationship Building
• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Organisational awareness
• Excellence and quality orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Technical and professional knowledge

Departments

• Nursing

Medicare Private Hospital is an equal opportunity employer, external candidates will also be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; should you not receive any communication after 2 weeks of closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

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Closing date: 19/09/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Krishnaveni Gopaul
Reference number: 63678
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 oversee and manage the general operations of the hospital to ensure safe patient care by providing comprehensive, high quality health care services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Drive business growth and development

Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders

Manage and control hospital budgets/finances

Manage the patient experience

Lead and manage the people in the hospital

Manage and mitigate hospital risks

Ensure continuous improvement of overall quality standards

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Tertiary qualification

DESIRED EDUCATION: Business management with subjects in finance

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: At least 3 - 5 years experience in general management

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: Experience in a private healthcare environment

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Funders of healthcare/managed healthcare
• Knowledge of clinical environment
• Health and safety principles
• Quality management principles
• Application of business metrics
• Governance and risk management
• Budgeting and financial planning/management principles
• Contract and service level agreement (SLA) management
• Functions and processes within a private hospital environment; and how disciplines interact with each other

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

Become a part of our Talent Community and we will get in touch with you as soon as there is a relevant opening that fits your skills, interests and experience.

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**JOB TITLE**Executive Director of Environmental Health & Safety**LOCATION**Worcester**DEPARTMENT NAME**Campus Planning & Facilities Management**DIVISION NAME**Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI**JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY**The Executive Director of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) is a senior leadership position responsible for establishing safety policy and providing strategic direction across Worcester Polytechnic Institute. This role ensures regulatory compliance while protecting students, faculty, staff, and visitors through comprehensive safety programs and best practices to reduce overall risk and liability of campus activities. The Director serves as WPI's primary liaison with regulatory agencies including EPA, OSHA, Worcester Fire Department, and Massachusetts DEP, enabling the university to maintain all required licenses and permits for research activities and campus operations. Worcester Polytechnic Institute is a premier R1 research university known for its pioneering project-based learning approach. Our campus features advanced research laboratories in biotechnology, robotics, cybersecurity, and materials science, alongside modern academic buildings and residential facilities. WPI's hands-on educational model creates unique safety considerations across our diverse research and learning environments. Reporting to the Associate Vice President, Facilities & Campus Planning Officer, the Director leads a team of three safety professionals while shaping institutional safety strategy and policy. This position offers the opportunity to transform WPI's safety infrastructure by implementing consultant-recommended practices and building programs that support our research excellence while establishing industry-leading safety standards.**JOB DESCRIPTION***Leadership and Management*** Provide leadership, management, and strategic planning for EHS operations across specialized safety areas including chemical, biological, radiation, laser, OSHA compliance, process safety, fire safety, environmental compliance, fleet safety, ergonomics, emergency planning, and HAZMAT response* Lead, develop, and support a specialized staff team including Chemical Hygiene Officer, Biosafety Officer, and Radiation Safety Officer* Collaborate with WPI leadership to align EHS needs with campus strategic initiatives* Oversee departmental budget, capital projects, and resource allocation for safety programs**Regulatory Compliance and Agency Relations*** Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety codes, regulations, and ordinances affecting higher education* Build and maintain relationships with regulatory agencies (EPA, OSHA, Worcester Fire Department, MA DEP, MADPH, UBCW)* Represent the University in interactions with regulatory agencies, coordinate agency reviews and inspections, and ensure institutional responses are filed on a timely basis* Conduct safety inspections, audits, and program reviews to verify compliance and implement best practices* Implement new control measures when needed and track compliance trend**Training and Education Programs*** Create and deliver effective safety training programs for various campus audiences* Assess training gaps, enhance existing programs, and create comprehensive new curricula* Partner with University divisions to promote campus-wide compliance and maintain training documentation* Collaborate with Talent & Inclusion to manage the employee training database**Laboratory and Research Safety*** Direct and improve comprehensive laboratory safety protocols for R1 research environment, including chemical hygiene plans, biosafety programs, radiation safety measures, and specialized research procedures* Collaborate with faculty, students, and staff to develop and maintain safe working conditions and protocols in research and instructional laboratories* Oversee complete chemical lifecycle management from procurement through disposal and manage the Chemical Environmental Management System for compliance reporting**Campus Operations and Emergency Response*** Foster a strong campus safety culture through leadership, engagement, and clear communication with faculty, department heads, researchers, and key stakeholders* Manage residential facility safety concerns including mold remediation, asbestos abatement, fire system testing, and environmental issues in coordination with Residential Life staff* Collaborate with Facilities Management on construction and renovation safety, maintaining the Contractor Safety Manual and overseeing critical programs like Hot Work Permits and Life Safety Impairments* Lead emergency response to hazardous materials incidents as HAZMAT Incident Commander and develop comprehensive emergency preparedness plans, drills, and training programs in coordination with Campus Police and local responders* Other duties as assigned**Requirements:*** Bachelor's degree in safety, industrial hygiene, physical science, or related field required* Master's degree in Environmental Health & Safety or related field preferred* 10+ years of progressive experience in environmental health and safety, with at least five years in leadership roles demonstrating increasing responsibility and scope* Significant experience in a research university setting, particularly with understanding of R1 institution requirements and the unique safety challenges of academic research environments* Strong knowledge of laboratory safety protocols for chemical, biological, and radiological research, with the ability to evaluate complex research hazards and implement appropriate controls* Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local safety regulations affecting higher education, including expertise in OSHA, EPA, and state-specific requirements* Demonstrated success implementing effective safety programs and driving positive safety culture change in complex organizations* Experience leading emergency response operations and incident management, with background in emergency management preferred* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively engage faculty, researchers, students, and external agencies on technical safety matters* Proven project management abilities to handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail* Professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHMM preferred* Valid driver's license and ability to respond to emergencies using appropriate protective equipment* May serve as one of the specialized safety officers (Chemical Hygiene, Biosafety, Radiation Safety, or Laser Safety) if appropriately credentialed**FLSA STATUS**United States of America (Exempt)**WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.**WPI is a dynamic, inclusive community of faculty, staff, and students committed to collaboration that sparks innovation to benefit the world. With competitive and comprehensive benefits—including health insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, work-life balance—and a culture that fosters growth, WPI empowers employees to thrive personally and professionally.
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Overview

Mediclinic Ermelo | Ermelo | South Africa

Closing date: 19/09/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Krishnaveni Gopaul
Reference number: 63678
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 the job

To oversee and manage the general operations of the hospital to ensure safe patient care by providing comprehensive, high quality health care services.

Key responsibilities

• Drive business growth and development
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Manage and control hospital budgets/finances
• Manage the patient experience
• Manage patient safety
• Lead and manage the people in the hospital
• Manage and mitigate hospital risks
• Ensure continuous improvement of overall quality standards

Education

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Tertiary qualification

DESIRED EDUCATION: Business management with subjects in finance

Experience

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: At least 3 - 5 years experience in general management

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: Experience in a private healthcare environment

Skills and knowledge

• Funders of healthcare/managed healthcare
• Knowledge of clinical environment
• Health and safety principles
• Relevant legislative regulations
• Quality management principles
• Application of business metrics
• Governance and risk management
• Budgeting and financial planning/management principles
• Contract and service level agreement (SLA) management
• Healthcare industry
• Functions and processes within a private hospital environment; and how disciplines interact with each other
• Patient experience principles

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: 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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Overview

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full-time

Shift :Days

Location :1395 S PINELLAS AVE, Tarpon Springs, 34689

The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth North Pinellas

The role you'll contribute

The Medical Laboratory Technologist I is responsible for the processing and testing of all laboratory specimens and reporting of results in all areas of the clinical laboratory. Maintains accurate laboratory records. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory.

The value you'll bring to the team

• Participates in the evaluation of new laboratory techniques and procedures
• Assists with data collection and special projects, as assigned
• Assists in the documentation and submission of required laboratory, departmental, and staff statistics/reports
• Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; specimen collection as needed; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre-analytical activities
• Performs all expected tests and analytical procedures for assigned department or work area efficiently and accurately, according to established procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as Institutional policies
• Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with established procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

• Associates degree in medical technology or related sciences with state licensure if required or appropriate national certification
• Must hold a certification from one of the following: Medical Laboratory Scientist (American Society for Clinical Pathology), Medical Technologist (ASCP), Medical Technologist (AMT), or Clinical Laboratory Supervisor through AMT.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Additional information

• Category: Laboratory
• Organization: AdventHealth North Pinellas
• Schedule: Full-time
• Shift: 1 - Day
• Req ID:

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

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