Hospital Manager

Durpro Workforce Solutions; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading healthcare service provider in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced executive to lead a hospital complex. The ideal candidate will have a solid track record in senior management within the private healthcare sector, specifically in roles such as Hospital CEO or General Manager. Responsibilities include defining strategy, managing P&L, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering stakeholder relationships. A relevant degree and extensive experience in healthcare management are required.

Formación

• Minimum 8–10 years’ senior management experience within the private healthcare sector.
• Previous Hospital CEO or General Manager experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance and regulatory frameworks.

Responsabilidades

• Define and execute the hospital’s strategy aligned to Group vision.
• Assume full accountability for hospital P&L performance.
• Ensure adherence to healthcare regulations and licensing requirements.

Conocimientos

Business acumen

Financial management

Stakeholder engagement

Healthcare compliance

Educación

Relevant tertiary qualification in Healthcare Management or Business Administration

Postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent)

Herramientas

Hospital information systems

ERP platforms

Descripción del empleo

Key Performance Areas

• Strategy Execution
  • Define and execute the hospital’s strategy, aligned to Group vision and regional healthcare priorities.
  • Drive operational excellence and embed a high-performance culture through stakeholder alignment.
  • Integrate clinical, operational and commercial functions across teams and organisational layers.
  • Ensure strategic objectives translate into measurable operational outcomes.
• Strategic Input, Innovation and Enablement
  • Translate Group vision into clear strategic objectives for Klerksdorp complex of hospitals.
  • Identify growth opportunities including new services, partnerships and market expansion.
  • Provide strategic input into Group initiatives and capital allocation decisions.
  • Display strong understanding of key risks and opportunities impacting business sustainability.
  • Develop and enhance frameworks, policies and procedures to ensure consistent operational execution.
• Financial Management and Commercial Performance
  • Assume full accountability for hospital P&L performance.
  • Drive revenue growth, cost containment and margin optimisation.
  • Oversee budgeting, forecasting and financial controls.
  • Monitor key financial metrics including EBITDA, revenue mix, overheads, working capital, activity metrics and Return on Invested Capital (ROIC).
  • Ensure robust procurement and supply chain oversight to drive efficiencies.
  • Data-driven analytical focus to key decisions and strategic direction.
• Clinical Governance and Quality Management
  • Champion clinical excellence and patient safety.
  • Ensure effective implementation of clinical governance frameworks.
  • Oversee hospital committees including Quality, Ethics, Infection Control and Risk.
  • Monitor and review clinical indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain and expand accreditation standards and ensure alignment with industry best practice.
  • Compliance to internal and external quality audit requirements including those critical to licensing authorities in country.
• Internal and External Stakeholder Engagement
  • Build strong relationships with doctors, specialists and healthcare professionals.
  • Maintain effective engagement with regulators, funders and industry bodies with the objective to align and deliver value to all stakeholders.
  • Represent the complex of hospitals at relevant internal and external forums.
  • Foster collaborative relationships with Group leadership and hospital management teams.
  • Promote the hospital brand within the community and healthcare sector.
• Regulatory, Compliance and Risk Management
  • Ensure adherence to healthcare regulations and licensing requirements.
  • Implement risk management, governance and compliance policies.
  • Oversee internal and external audit processes.
  • Proactively identify operational, clinical, financial and reputational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Corporate Governance compliance and accountability.
• Resourcing, Talent Management and Leadership
  • Lead by example in driving organisational values and culture.
  • Take full responsibility for performance management of direct reports.
  • Oversee recruitment, development, succession planning and transformation/localisation initiatives.
  • Define performance contracts and monitor achievement of agreed objectives.
  • Build leadership capability within the hospital management team.
  • Employee retention is a critical focus.
  • Employee wellness focus towards an employer of choice strategy in country.

Minimum Required Education

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Healthcare Management, Business Administration, Finance or related field.
• Postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) will be advantageous.

Inherent Requirements

• Minimum 8–10 years’ senior management experience within the private healthcare sector.
• Previous Hospital CEO or General Manager experience preferred.
• Demonstrated strong business, commercial and financial acumen.
• Proven track record in managing complex healthcare operations.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, regulatory frameworks and healthcare compliance.
• Experience working within a listed or group healthcare environment advantageous.
• Knowledge of hospital information systems and ERP platforms advantageous.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management capability.