Chief Medical Officer: Strategy, Risk & Care Leadership

Medical Placements Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruitment company seeks a Chief Medical Officer to steer Clinical Risk strategy and ensure operational excellence. The role requires strong leadership capabilities and a minimum of 10 years' experience in Clinical Risk or Managed Care, with 5 years at an executive level in a healthcare setting. Responsibilities include overseeing contract management, stakeholder relationships, and financial stewardship. Successful candidates must hold a Medical Degree and HPCSA registration.

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience at Senior Managerial Level in Clinical Risk or Managed Care.
• 5 years at Executive Level within a healthcare or medical scheme environment.
• Advanced knowledge of healthcare legislation and clinical risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of Clinical Risk and Managed Care strategies.
• Oversee negotiation and performance monitoring of healthcare providers.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and effective risk mitigation.

Skills

Leadership

Contract negotiation

Strategic management

Financial governance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Medical Degree (MBChB)

Registration with the HPCSA

Job description

A leading healthcare recruitment company seeks a Chief Medical Officer to steer Clinical Risk strategy and ensure operational excellence. The role requires strong leadership capabilities and a minimum of 10 years' experience in Clinical Risk or Managed Care, with 5 years at an executive level in a healthcare setting. Responsibilities include overseeing contract management, stakeholder relationships, and financial stewardship. Successful candidates must hold a Medical Degree and HPCSA registration.