Clinical Manager – Medical Services

Department of Health; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,480,000 - 1,844,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health in Gauteng seeks a Medical Practitioner to provide strategic and operational leadership for Pholosong Regional Hospital. The role includes directing medical services, coordinating departments and ensuring high-quality patient care.

The candidate must be HPCSA-registered, with at least three years as an independent practitioner, and bring strong planning, negotiation and risk-management skills to the hospital leadership team.

Qualifications

• MBChB/MBBCh degree or equivalent medical qualification that permits HPCSA registration
• Current HPCSA registration as Medical Practitioner required
• Minimum 3 years’ experience after registration as independent Medical Practitioner
• Postgraduate qualification in clinical/health management/public health/business admin an added advantage

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, clinical and operational leadership in planning, management, coordination and evaluation of medical and clinical services at Pholosong Regional Hospital
• Lead clinical departments and coordinate services across the hospital
• Promote clinical governance, quality assurance and patient safety initiatives across medical disciplines

Skills

Leadership

Clinical governance

Strategic planning

Decision making

Negotiation

Education

MBChB/MBBCh degree

Senior Certificate (Grade 12)

HPCSA registration

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Package

Package : Grade 1- R1 479 723.00 – R1 640 055.00 per annum (All-inclusive package) Grade 2- R1 688 553.00 – R1 844 151.00 per annum (All-inclusive package)

Requirements

Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent qualification. An MBChB/MBBCh degree or equivalent medical qualification that permits registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner is required. A minimum of three (3) years’ appropriate experience following registration as an independent Medical Practitioner is required. A relevant postgraduate qualification in a clinical, healthcare management, public health, business administration or related field will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s licence is an inherent requirement of the post.The successful candidate must demonstrate sound clinical knowledge and leadership capability, with strong planning, organisational, negotiation, problem-solving and decision-making skills. The candidate must be able to analyse complex clinical and operational information, identify risks and challenges and develop practical and sustainable solutions to improve clinical service delivery. Computer literacy with demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Microsoft Teams, is required.The candidate must have sound knowledge and understanding of the legislative and policy framework governing healthcare and the Public Service, including the National Health Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Act (PSA) and its Regulations, Mental Health Care Act, and other relevant legislation, regulations, policies and prescripts. The successful candidate must have the ability to work effectively under pressure, manage a demanding workload and provide leadership within a complex hospital environment. The incumbent must be willing and be available to participate in the management of the hospital after hours.Inherent requirement of the post: Participation in the hospital's after-hours call system is compulsory, including participation in Commuted Overtime in accordance with applicable policies and prescripts.

Duties

Provide strategic, clinical and operational leadership in the planning, management, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of medical and clinical services at Pholosong Regional Hospital, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, efficient, patient-centred and high-quality regional hospital services. Provide leadership and oversight to clinical departments and ensure effective coordination of services across the hospital. Support the Hospital Executive Management Team in the day-to-day management of the institution and actively participate as a senior member of the hospital's Executive Management Committee (EXCO) and other relevant governance and management structures. Plan, manage, monitor and evaluate the activities and performance of the Medical Services Directorate, ensuring alignment with departmental strategic priorities, the hospital's Annual Operational Plan, applicable performance indicators and service delivery targets. Promote and strengthen clinical governance across all medical disciplines, including quality assurance, clinical audits, morbidity and mortality reviews, patient safety initiatives, risk management, infection prevention and control, and implementation of corrective measures arising from clinical governance processes. Ensure compliance with applicable healthcare standards, regulatory requirements, departmental policies, clinical protocols and quality standards, including requirements of the Office of Health Standards Compliance (OHSC) and other relevant regulatory bodies. Provide strategic leadership in the development and effective functioning of Functional Business Units (FBUs), promoting decentralised management, accountability, multidisciplinary teamwork, performance monitoring and efficient utilisation of resources.Plan, manage and exercise appropriate oversight over resources allocated to Medical Services, including human resources, financial resources, equipment, infrastructure, pharmaceuticals and other clinical resources. Promote efficient, economical and responsible utilisation of resources in accordance with the PFMA and applicable Public Service and departmental prescripts.Lead and support workforce planning, recruitment, retention, development and performance management of medical personnel. Ensure compliance with the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS), including timely contracting, performance reviews and final assessments.Analyse clinical, operational and performance information to identify service delivery gaps, risks and opportunities for improvement. Develop and implement appropriate interventions and monitor their effectiveness in improving patient outcomes and organisational performance.Provide leadership during operational pressures, major incidents and other situations requiring senior clinical management intervention. Participate in the hospital's after-hours management and Commuted Overtime system and perform other reasonable duties delegated by the Chief Executive Officer or relevant authority.

Information

• The recommended candidate may be subjected to medical surveillance as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Act 5/1993.
• (Reference checks)- Provide at least 3 of which one must be immediate supervisor, the Department shall reserve the right to conduct verification beyond names provided, where necessary.
• The employer reserves the right not to fill this post.
• It is legislative requirement that all newly appointed staff members be subjected to Personnel Suitability Check (PSC) - Verification, upon appointment within the department.
• This verification processes entailed reference checks, identity verification, qualification verification, criminal records checks etc.
• Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted).
• The Gauteng Department of Health is guided by the principles of Employment Equity.
• People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Pholosong Regional Hospital does not have budget for resettlement and S & T claims.
• Pholosong Regional Hospital reserves the right to utilize practical exercises/tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s).
• Preference will be given to South African citizens.
• If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Employer

Department of Health

Location

Pholosong Regional Hospital

Closing Date

24-09-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have an MBChB/MBBCh degree or equivalent medical qualification that permits registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner?

Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner?

A minimum of three (3) years’ appropriate experience following registration as an independent Medical Practitioner?