Hospital Manager

The Good Human; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Hospital Manager to establish and manage a world-class facility in Johannesburg. This role involves overseeing hospital operations, ensuring patient care, and leading a team of specialists. Candidates need a Bachelor's Degree in Business or Healthcare, alongside 5-7 years of management experience in healthcare or hospitality. This position offers the opportunity to drive strategic initiatives and enhance the overall patient experience.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in Hospital or Hospitality Management.
• Minimum of 3 years in a people management role.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction-setting and planning for the Hospital.
• Develop operational standards based on best practices.
• Set goals and standards for the Hospital.
• Optimize utilization of skills and equipment.
• Support functional workstreams to drive operational success.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure quality patient care.
• Oversee communications, budgets, and projects.
• Implement initiatives that enhance patient experience.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation.
• Promote collaboration among medical professionals.
• Collaborate in the recruitment of clinicians.
• Lead the Hospital's Marketing and Patient Experience strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Operational management

Strategic planning

Continuous improvement

Healthcare compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Healthcare

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Job description

The Hospital Manager will be responsible for establishing and managing a world-class Hospital (Acute / Non-Acute & Wellness).

This role is accountable for the implementation, management, and monitoring of Hospital Operations, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and operational efficiency.

The incumbent will lead a team of specialists, with responsibilities spanning across hospital operations and interfacing with Head Office functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction-setting and planning for the Hospital in alignment with the organisation's vision and mission.
• Develop operational standards for the non-acute Hospital based on global and local best practices to achieve excellence.
• Set goals and standards for the Hospital to support business objectives.
• Optimise utilisation of skills and equipment to maximise effectiveness and productivity.
• Support and guide functional workstreams (e.g., Nursing, Patient Experience) to drive operational success.
• Drive continuous improvement, manage operational risks, and ensure quality patient care through qualified professionals.
• Oversee communications, service providers, budgets, projects, resourcing, and change management related to hospital operations.
• Implement operational initiatives that enhance patient experience, outcomes, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Health and Safety legislation.
• Promote collaboration and synergy between medical professionals and workstream leads to deliver integrated healthcare services.
• Strategically align hospital operations within the broader organisational value chain for optimal integration.
• Support Group initiatives to strengthen funder relations and progress towards designated service provider status.
• Collaborate with executives in the recruitment of clinicians and allied health professionals across disciplines.
• Enable and support contractors in delivering services.
• Lead the Hospital's Marketing and Patient Experience strategy.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Healthcare.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) will be an added advantage.
• 5–7 years of experience in Hospital or Hospitality Management.
• Minimum of 3 years in a people management role.