Head of Radiology – Academic Medical Center Leader

Department of Health; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 2 084 000 - 2 280 000; Full time

Job summary

A government health department in Pretoria seeks a Head Clinical Unit (Medical) in Radiology to lead academic and clinical initiatives at Steve Biko Academic Hospital. Responsibilities include overseeing high-quality radiological services, ensuring compliance with national policies, and leading teaching activities for students. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Medicine and a relevant specialization with at least five years of experience and HPCSA registration. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive package plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years experience as a Medical Specialist in Radiology.
• Current registration with the HPCSA required.
• Proven clinical governance and radiation-safety standards compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, academic, and clinical leadership for the department.
• Ensure high-quality radiological services and strengthen clinical governance.
• Lead teaching and training activities for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Skills

Clinical care

Teaching

Research

Management ability

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

MMed (Rad D) or FC Rad Diagnostics (SA)

Job description

A government health department in Pretoria seeks a Head Clinical Unit (Medical) in Radiology to lead academic and clinical initiatives at Steve Biko Academic Hospital. Responsibilities include overseeing high-quality radiological services, ensuring compliance with national policies, and leading teaching activities for students. Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Medicine and a relevant specialization with at least five years of experience and HPCSA registration. This is a full-time, permanent position offering a competitive package plus benefits.