Deputy Hospital Manager

Sapientis Talent Management Pty. Ltd.; East London; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private healthcare facility in East London is seeking a Deputy Hospital Manager to oversee operational and financial performance. The ideal candidate will have a postgraduate degree and proven leadership experience in healthcare. This role offers the chance to influence business strategy and enhance patient care within a dynamic environment. Apply now to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to operational excellence and strategic growth.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in healthcare operations, financial planning, and team management.
• Strong understanding of the private healthcare sector and relevant legislation.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for business-related purposes.

Responsibilities

• Drive implementation and improvement of quality standards and metrics.
• Develop and roll out strategic business plans to optimise hospital operations.
• Champion change through active leadership and visible support for productivity initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with medical professionals.
• Develop, monitor, and report on annual budgets.

Skills

Strategic thinking and problem-solving

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Leadership and team motivation

Stakeholder management and customer service

Education

Postgraduate degree in Commerce, Engineering, Health Sciences, or relevant business discipline

Tools

MS Office

Hospital management systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity exists for a dynamic and results-driven Deputy Hospital Manager at a leading private healthcare facility. This role is pivotal to the organisation’s sustainability strategy and is designed to support leadership development, foster operational excellence, and enhance patient care standards. The ideal candidate will contribute meaningfully to strategic decision-making, oversee complementary services and business units, and play a key role in driving profitability and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

The Deputy Hospital Manager will operate within a large hospital setting and be accountable for both operational and financial performance of complementary and ancillary services. Responsibilities include:

Quality Systems Management

• Drive implementation and improvement of quality standards and metrics.

• Ensure clinical compliance and ISO certification through benchmarking initiatives.

• Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective action plans.

Hospital Operations Management

• Develop and roll out strategic business plans to optimise hospital operations.

• Identify and implement best practices to support sustainable service delivery.

People Management

• Champion change through active leadership and visible support for productivity initiatives.

• Develop workforce plans and drive recruitment aligned with transformation goals.

• Support training and performance management processes.

• Minimise IR-related issues and manage compensation processes through department heads.

Doctor Relationship Management

• Build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with medical professionals.

• Implement doctor retention and attraction strategies.

Marketing and Growth Strategy

• Analyse competitive landscape to support effective hospital marketing.

• Ensure visibility through local community engagement and project positioning.

Financial Management

• Develop, monitor, and report on annual budgets.

• Oversee capital expenditure projects.

• Drive revenue generation and cost control across operational units.

Governance and Risk Management

• Conduct risk assessments and reviews to uphold business ethics and compliance standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Postgraduate degree in Commerce, Engineering, Health Sciences, or a relevant business discipline.

• Completion of a recognised Hospital Manager Development Programme is advantageous.

• Proven leadership experience in healthcare operations, financial planning, and team management.

• Strong understanding of the private healthcare sector and relevant legislation.

• Proficient in MS Office and hospital management systems.

• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for business-related purposes.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Leadership and team motivation

• Stakeholder management and customer service

Why Join?

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced healthcare professional looking to take on a senior operational leadership role in a well-respected private healthcare environment. You’ll have the platform to influence business strategy, manage high-performing teams, and make a lasting impact on patient care and service delivery.

• Location: East London
• Sector: Healthcare
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Level: Mid-Level (Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience required)

Apply now to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming healthcare through operational excellence and strategic growth.

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