Senior Manager Medical Services

Department Of Health; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,647,000 - 1,895,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Health is seeking a qualified Medical Officer for the Steve Biko Academic Hospital. This role involves managing clinical services, ensuring quality assurance, and strategic planning within the hospital environment. The ideal candidate will have HPCSA registration, significant clinical experience, and the capability to lead a dedicated team, contributing to excellent patient care and operational efficacy.

Qualifications

• HPCSA registered Medical Practitioner with a minimum of three years experience.
• Experience as a Clinical Manager is advantageous.
• Able to manage the hospital under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical services at Steve Biko Academic Hospital.
• Monitor departmental quality assurance and clinical audits.
• Collaborate with senior management for operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Medical qualification for HPCSA registration

Postgraduate Management qualification (e.g. MPH)

Job description

• Package : R1 647 630 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package)

Requirements :

• Appropriate qualifications that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner. Current HPCSA registration as a Medical Practitioner. A minimum of three (3) years appropriate experience as Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Clinical Manager will serve as an added advantage. Post graduate Management qualification (e.g. MPH) or MMED Public Health Medicine and experience in Academic/Tertiary hospital will be an added advantage. Experience and knowledge in administration, finance and supply Chain Management. Ability to assist in developing a dedicated, responsive, innovative, creative and productive employee corps will be essential. Good communication, customer management, leadership, interpersonal and strategic management skills. Problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills. The prospective incumbent should have knowledge and good administration procedures relating to specific working environment including norms and standards. Good Planning and organizing skills. Sound knowledge, understanding and ability to implement policies and Public Service Legislative frameworks (such as PSA, PFMA, LRA, and BCOEA, Employment Equity Act, OHS Act). Must be able to work under pressure, and willing to manage the hospital after hours.

Duties :

• Serve as the senior member of the hospital executive management team responsible for the leadership and management of the delivery of clinical services to patients referred to Steve Biko Academic Hospital. Perform administrative duties of the Departments. Ensure that quality assurance, including clinical audits, are conducted in the Department in line with National Core Standards and lead the department. Provide strategic leadership in terms of Corporate Services to the hospital. Actively contribute to the formulation and implementation of the hospital business and operational plans. Support the hospital Executive and General Management with the day to day running of the department. Monitor the utilisation of supplies, equipment and facilities while assuring alignment with the hospital’s goals and objectives. Work collaboratively with Chief Executive Officers within the cluster and Senior Management to ensure efficient and effective daily operations including staffing, patient management and safety, training, professional development, management, referrals etc. Develop and implement business strategies and plans to prepare, respond and recover from disruptions or diseases. Track expenses related to equipment and supplies to identify opportunities for cost savings and ensure that expenditures are within budget. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of policies and resources overtime, adjust as needed to improve health outcomes. Work closely with the CFO to monitor grant business plans to improve efficiency in utilisation. Forecast staffing requirements and patterns to proactively identify staffing requirements to meet strategic goals. Participate in the management of activities of Steve Biko Academic Hospital as a whole and attend all relevant management meetings. Lead transformation in Clinical Service and ensure the employment of previously disadvantaged individuals in terms of race, gender and disability to achieve employment equity and diversity. Management of human and financial resources.

Notes :

• These positions will be joint appointments between the Gauteng Department of Health and the following academic institutions: University of Witwatersrand /University of Pretoria and/ Sefako Makgatho UniversityKindly note that NO payment of any kind is required when applying for posts advertised by the Gauteng Department of Health.The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to [e-mail]. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Application without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) must be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Registrars will be required to rotate between the different institutions. Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Steve Biko Academic Hospital

Closing Date : 25-07-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Medical Practitioner?

Do you have a minimum of three (3) years appropriate experience as Medical Officer after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner?

Do you have a current HPCSA registration as a Medical Practitioner?

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.