69 Hospital jobs in South Africa

Purpose of the position

To provide strong strategic, professional and managerial leadership for all aspects of health service operations at the relevant Hospital.

Implementing the operations strategy, monitoring and managing operational performance, and overseeing the delivery of effective facilities management at the Hospital.

Authority and accountability for the safe and effective delivery and performance of day-to-day clinical services and departments at the Hospital.

Key performance areas

• Assist with the development and implementation of the strategic operational plan of the Hospital, in line with the overarching JMH Group strategy.
• Support the Hospital in all its objectives and fully participate as a member of the management team, taking collective responsibility for the corporate governance of the Hospital.
• Develop and maintain key working relationships with the Group General Manager, CFO, members of the JMH Group Executive as well as external relationships and networks with health service providers external to the JMH Group to ensure an integrated and seamless patient experience for recipients of scheduled and unscheduled care at the Hospital.
• Ensure that relevant management systems are in place, to anticipate and manage opportunities and problems in service delivery.
• Ensure that clinical support services in the Hospital meet all needs and are fully fit for purpose at all times.
• Work effectively and co-operatively with current and new customers to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial.
• Investigate specialist doctor openings at the hospital and source new specialist doctors as and when required.
• Develop a hospital strategy for business growth, specific to new doctors and specialists.
• Investigate the economic conditions surrounding business activity such as industry trends and competition, including but not limited to legislative and regulatory aspects in the Healthcare sector.
• Identify marketing opportunities by identifying customer requirements; defining market, competitor's share and competitor's strengths and weaknesses; forecasting projected business and establishing targeted market share.
• Understand brand strategies and develop and execute targeted initiatives to build brand loyalty and to showcase the JMH Group value proposition.
• Apply a forecasting and operational budget preparation and management thereof.
• Assess relative cost benefits of direct provision or purchase of services for the Hospital.
• Understand and promote the role of sound financial management and its impact on organisational effectiveness.
• Liaise with the HR Department about transformation and strategically lead through a culture of inclusivity.
• Create and maintain a positive environment where the differences of others are recognized, understood, and valued, so that all can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions.
• Work closely with the Group General Manager and JMH Group Heads, to organise and assure implementation of all JMH Group policies, procedures and requirements pertinent to services within the Hospital.
• Working within the JMH Group procedure and guidelines and HODs to provision hard and soft facility management services to provide high standards of service and environment for patients and service users.
• Ensure the efficiency of all capital projects, paying attention to consistency and compliance with all statutory and mandatory requirements and integration with overall service and strategic objectives
• Work closely with the Group General Manager and JMH Group Heads, to organise and assure implementation of all JMH Group policies, procedures and requirements pertinent to services within the Hospital.
• Reviews and evaluates existing Hospital/nursing policies, procedures and work methods by means of periodic and special studies directs the installation of approved work methods and procedures to ensure achievement of objectives.
• Consults and collaborates with physicians, clinical departments, service lines in establishing policies/standards/procedures and quality outcomes for patient care.
• To demonstrate true leadership by setting and encouraging high standards of care and personal conduct from all staff at the Hospital.
• In collaboration with the HR Department support and encourage Hospital staff in their personal development using appraisal and supervision, this will include setting objectives, appraising performance and identifying training and development needs.
• Liaise with the HR Department about transformation and strategically lead through a culture of inclusivity.
• Create and maintain a positive environment where the differences of others are recognized, understood, and valued, so that all can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions.
  
  
  

• Minimum of 8- 10 years experience in the Healthcare sector.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive leadership experience as a senior Manager within a Healthcare environment.
• Minimum diploma or degree (at least NQF Level 7 or equivalent) preferably in business or health services management/ relevant to health service sector.
• Relevant post-graduate qualification/ MBA preferable in relevant field preferred.
• Experience of clinical and/or corporate governance.
• Experience in project management
• Facilities management
• Financial management
  
  
  

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Mediclinic Kloof| Erasmuskloof, Pretoria | South Africa

Closing date: 08/08/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Minette Swanepoel
Reference number: 62578
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

To transport and escort patients, equipment, files and related items between different departments of a hospital to support hospital operations in delivering the highest standards of care

Transport and escort patients safely to a pre-determined location

Assist with evacuations during emergency situations

Execute Driver function (as per hospital request and within hospital guidelines)

Ensure integrity and confidentiality of patient rights and Mediclinic values

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Grade 12

DESIRED EDUCATION: None

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Client services / Dealing with the public

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: Healthcare experience (e.g. care work)

• Licence with PDP
• Patient rights charter
• English proficiency (read; speak and write)
• Kinetic handling principles
• Knowledge of Medico,legal risks
• Knowledge of administrative tasks
• Health and Safety Act and regulations

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 is an international private healthcare services group, founded in South Africa in 1983, with divisions in Switzerland, Southern Africa (South Africa and Namibia) and the United Arab Emirates.

The Group is focused on providing specialist-orientated, multidisciplinary services across the continuum of care in such a way that the Group will be regarded as the most respected and trusted provider of healthcare services by patients, medical practitioners, funders and regulators of healthcare in each of its markets.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To transport and escort patients, equipment, files and related items between different departments of a hospital to support hospital operations in delivering the highest standards of care

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Transport and escort patients safely to a pre-determined location

Assist with evacuations during emergency situations

Execute Driver function (as per hospital request and within hospital guidelines)

Ensure integrity and confidentiality of patient rights and Mediclinic values

Required Education

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Grade 10

DESIRED EDUCATION: None

Required Experience

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Client services / Dealing with the public

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: Healthcare experience (e.g. care work)

Required Job Skills And Knowledge

• Licence with PDP
• Patient rights charter
• English proficiency (read; speak and write)
• Kinetic handling principles
• Knowledge of Medico,legal risks
• Two,way radio systems
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Internal emergency evacuation plans
• Knowledge of administrative tasks
• Health and Safety Act and regulations

• Seniority level Entry level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Other
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Recruiter:

The Good Human (Pty)Ltd

Job Ref:

518975048

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

Job Summary:

Hospital Manager

Clinix Solomon Stix Morewa Memorial Hospital

Chief Operations Officer

To establish and manage a world class CHG Hospital. This role is accountable for the implementation,

management and monitoring of Hospital Operations for the Group, ensuring quality patient care and

management. The incumbent manages a team of specialists and the scope of this role spans across the

Hospital and interfaces with Head Office.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Business or Healthcare).
• Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) will be an added advantage.
• 5-7 years within Hospital or Hospitality Management experience.
• 3 years’ people management experience.
  
  

• Lead strategic direction setting and planning for the non- acute Hospital area in alignment to the
  
  

• Develop the non-acute Hospital’s standards based on global and local best practices to achieve
  
  

• Set goals and standards for the non-acute Hospital to support the business plans.
• Plan and utilise the available skills and equipment sets for maximum effectiveness and
  
  

• Support and guide relevant workstreams (i.e., Nursing, Patient Experience) to achieve
  
  

• Drive continuous improvement and identify and manage operational risks.
• Maintain quality patient care delivery standards through suitably qualified and registered
  
  

• Manage communication, service providers, projects (where applicable), budgets, resourcing,
  
  

• Initiate and implement operational activities of the business unit aimed at delivering best patient
  
  

• Ensure compliance to all relevant legislation applicable to Health and Safety.
• Streamline the non-acute Hospital and drive alignment, collaboration and synergy between the
  
  

• Take a strategic view of the value chain to ensure the non – acute Hospital is optimally integrated
  
  

• Support and drive Group initiatives to strengthen funder relations and continuously work towards
  
  

• Collaborate with Chief Operations Officer, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Medical Officer in
  
  

• Enable and support contractors to deliver.
• Management of the Hospital’s Marketing and Patient Experience Strategy.
• Co-create functional strategies and lead and manage the disciplines in portfolio.
  
  
  
  

• Seniority level Director

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Health Care Provider
• Industries Advertising Services

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• Bachelors degree in Health Administration, Business Management, or a related healthcare field (Masters degree preferred).
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in hospital or healthcare facility management, preferably in a private sector setting.
• Strong understanding of private healthcare systems, billing procedures, and insurance networks.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Solid financial and strategic planning capabilities.
• Familiarity with hospital information systems (HIS) and patient management software.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of local healthcare laws, compliance standards, and licensing requirements.

A vacancy exists for a Hospital Manager based at Life The Crompton Hospital, reporting to the Regional Manager, Bhaviksha Maharaj. The incumbent will be responsible for meeting the needs of the internal and external customers through the execution of the LHC and hospital strategic and operational objectives in growth, quality & people by leading, managing and coordinating all hospital activities.

Function Management Facility Life The Crompton Hospital Position Hospital Manager Introduction

A vacancy exists for a Hospital Manager based at Life The Crompton Hospital, reporting to the Regional Manager, Bhaviksha Maharaj. The incumbent will be responsible for meeting the needs of the internal and external customers through the execution of the LHC and hospital strategic and operational objectives in growth, quality & people by leading, managing and coordinating all hospital activities.

Effective management of marketing strategy (including growth) by:

• Developing a marketing strategy for the hospital aligned to LHC business plan and marketing strategy and drive the marketing of the hospital by understanding, identifying and addressing the needs of the target market and local community including understanding competitor strategies

Ensuring the achievement of the hospital’s financial targets by:

• Preparing and monitoring annual budgets with management in order to implement corrective actions as required
• Planning and delivering Capex projects on time and within the specified budget
• Managing revenue, cost of sales, overheads, EBITDA and working capital
• In all of the above identify trends, using root cause analysis, and implement remedial action where necessary through effective use of heads of department and Enabling functions as required
• Ensuring and driving optimal management of business governance to achieve sound business ethics, risk management and control with appropriate transparency and controls

Effective hospital operations management through:

• Driving the optimal functioning of hospital operations, identifying and monitoring gaps and risks and implement corrective action accordingly
• Maintaining quality patient care standards
• Effective relationship management with doctors
• Driving doctor attraction and retention and co-ordinating and participating, where applicable, in the optimal functioning of the Medical Advisory Committee
• Effective quality systems management
• Driving improvement of quality metrics and implementation of LHC standardised complaints management system
• Drive retention of ISO certification and ensure compliance to clinical benchmarking
• Actively lead and market quality in LHC as it relates to staff, doctors and other stakeholders

Ensuring effective people management by:

• Demonstrating visible leadership in respect of LHC values, operating model and strategy
• Actively sponsoring LHC initiatives and projects as it relates to hospital
• Actively lead and manage hospital MANCO and ensure participation from all parties to achieve strategic objectives
• Providing direction and inspiring positive work behaviour in hospital
• Recruit, retain, motivate and develop staff according to LHC people policies and practices

Effective governance and risk management by:

• Ensuring and driving optimal management of business governance to achieve sound business ethics, risk management and control with appropriate transparency and control

• Relevant business or healthcare degree essential (post graduate qualification advantageous)
• Proven leadership and general business management experience (including financial management and business planning processes) within a healthcare environment or services industry
• Knowledge of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role-players including understanding of relevant legislation
• Basic understanding of or the ability to learn specialization fields, terminology and medical equipment
• Computer proficiency

• Leading by example
• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Engaging diversity
• Influencing skills
• Business insight
• Drive and energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships & networking
• Customer responsiveness
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Motivating and developing people

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager.External candidates will also be considered.

Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.

Reference: NES018143-RS-1
A popular hospital group is seeking the services of an Engineer skilled in facilities management.

• Oversee the maintenance and operation of all building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and security.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to ensure optimal performance and longevity of facilities.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify and address maintenance issues promptly.
• Coordinate with external contractors and vendors for repairs, upgrades, and installations.
• Manage budgets and expenses related to facility maintenance and improvement projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in facilities management or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems and maintenance best practices.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Please send your CV to

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Health Administration, Business Management, or a related healthcare field (Masters degree preferred).
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in hospital or healthcare facility management, preferably in a private sector setting.
• Strong understanding of private healthcare systems, billing procedures, and insurance networks.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Solid financial and strategic planning capabilities.
• Familiarity with hospital information systems (HIS) and patient management software.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of local healthcare laws, compliance standards, and licensing requirements.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To provide strong strategic, professional and managerial leadership for all aspects of health service operations at the relevant Hospital.

Implementing the operations strategy, monitoring and managing operational performance, and overseeing the delivery of effective facilities management at the Hospital.

Authority and accountability for the safe and effective delivery and performance of day-to-day clinical services and departments at the Hospital.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Assist with the development and implementation of the strategic operational plan of the Hospital, in line with the overarching JMH Group strategy.
• Support the Hospital in all its objectives and fully participate as a member of the management team, taking collective responsibility for the corporate governance of the Hospital.
• Develop and maintain key working relationships with the Group Geneal Manager, CFO, members of the JMH Group Executive as well as external relationships and networks with health service providers external to the JMH Group to ensure an integrated and seamless patient experience for recipients of scheduled and unscheduled care at the Hospital.
• Ensure that relevant management systems are in place, to anticipate and manage opportunities and problems in service delivery.
• Ensure that clinical support services in the Hospital meet all needs and are fully fit for purpose at all times.
• Work effectively and co-operatively with current and new customers to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial.
• Investigate specialist doctor openings at the hospital and source new specialist doctors as and when required.
• Develop a hospital strategy for business growth, specific to new doctors and specialists.
• Investigate the economic conditions surrounding business activity such as industry trends and competition, including but not limited to legislative and regulatory aspects in the Healthcare sector.
• Identify marketing opportunities by identifying customer requirements; defining market, competitor's share and competitor's strengths and weaknesses; forecasting projected business and establishing targeted market share.
• Understand brand strategies and develop and execute targeted initiatives to build brand loyalty and to showcase the JMH Group value proposition.
• Apply a forecasting and operational budget preparation and management thereof.
• Assess relative cost benefits of direct provision or purchase of services for the Hospital.
• Understand and promote the role of sound financial management and its impact on organisational effectiveness.
• Liaise with the HR Department about transformation and strategically lead through a culture of inclusivity.
• Create and maintain a positive environment where the differences of others are recognized, understood, and valued, so that all can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions.
• Work closely with the Group General Manager and JMH Group Heads, to organise and assure implementation of all JMH Group policies, procedures and requirements pertinent to services within the Hospital.
• Working within the JMH Group procedure and guidelines and HODs to provision hard and soft facility management services to provide high standards of service and environment for patients and service users.
• Ensure the efficiency of all capital projects, paying attention to consistency and compliance with all statutory and mandatory requirements and integration with overall service and strategic objectives
• Work closely with the Group General Manager and JMH Group Heads, to organise and assure implementation of all JMH Group policies, procedures and requirements pertinent to services within the Hospital.
• Reviews and evaluates existing Hospital/nursing policies, procedures and work methods by means of periodic and special studies directs the installation of approved work methods and procedures to ensure achievement of objectives.
• Consults and collaborates with physicians, clinical departments, service lines in establishing policies/standards/procedures and quality outcomes for patient care.
• To demonstrate true leadership by setting and encouraging high standards of care and personal conduct from all staff at the Hospital.
• In collaboration with the HR Department support and encourage Hospital staff in their personal development using appraisal and supervision, this will include setting objectives, appraising performance and identifying training and development needs.
• Liaise with the HR Department about transformation and strategically lead through a culture of inclusivity.
• Create and maintain a positive environment where the differences of others are recognized, understood, and valued, so that all can reach their full potential and maximize their contributions.
  
  
  

• Minimum of 8- 10 years experience in the Healthcare sector.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive leadership experience as a senior Manager
  
  
  

• Minimum diploma or degree (at least NQF Level 7 or equivalent) preferably in
  
  
  

• Relevant post-graduate qualification/ MBA preferable in relevant field preferred.
• Experience of clinical and/or corporate governance.
• Experience in project management
• Facilities management
• Financial management