Assistant Manager: Medical Physics – Or Tambo District – Eastern Cape Department Of Health

About the Role

The Eastern Cape Department of Health is looking for a dedicated Assistant Manager: Medical Physics to join the team at the Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital in OR Tambo District. This pivotal role involves coordinating, supervising, and managing the comprehensive clinical medical physics services that are vital to the hospital’s operations. As an Assistant Manager, you will contribute to ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety through effective management of radiation-emitting devices and the development of quality assurance programmes. The impact of your work extends beyond the hospital, as you help to enhance the overall health outcomes of the community.

In this position, you will be part of a dynamic team that includes medical physicists, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals. Your expertise will be crucial in overseeing the compliance of equipment contracts, managing staff, and ensuring that all safety and regulatory standards are met. This role is not just about technical skills; it’s about making a difference in the lives of patients and ensuring that the hospital operates with the utmost efficiency and care.

About the Department

The Eastern Cape Department of Health is committed to delivering accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare services to the communities of the province. Its mission encompasses the promotion of health, prevention of illnesses, and the provision of essential healthcare services. Working within this department means being part of a team that is dedicated to improving the health outcomes of South Africans, ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to lead a healthier life.

In your role as an Assistant Manager: Medical Physics, you will contribute to this mission through your specialized knowledge and commitment to excellence. This is an opportunity to work in an environment where your skills will not only be valued but will also play a significant role in enhancing the healthcare landscape of the Eastern Cape.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and supervise comprehensive clinical medical physics services.
• Manage the commissioning of radiation-emitting machinery and devices within the hospital.
• Oversee the development and implementation of policies, protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensure compliance with equipment contracts, service level agreements, and relevant regulations.
• Participate in teaching, training, and research programs within the Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital.
• Manage staff performance and development, including budget controls and asset management.
• Participate in quality assurance programs and manage ionising and non-ionising radiation equipment.
• Collaborate with medical physicists, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to support safe radiology and nuclear medicine procedures.
• Maintain continuing professional development and ensure compliance with professional standards.

What You’ll Need

• A relevant qualification (Diploma/Degree in Medical Physics) allowing for registration as a Medical Physicist with HPCSA.
• Registration with HPCSA as a Medical Physicist.
• A minimum of 3 years of appropriate supervisory experience post-registration.
• In-depth knowledge of radiographic techniques, radiation protection, and quality assurance processes.
• Strong administrative, supervisory, and management skills.
• Proficient in computer skills and knowledge of software used in radiology and radiotherapy.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted electronically via email to the address provided in the application instructions below.