About the Role
The Department of Health is seeking a dedicated Clinical Manager for the Isilimela Hospital located in the OR Tambo District. This vital role is essential in ensuring that clinical services are managed effectively and efficiently, directly impacting the health and wellbeing of the community. By overseeing a range of clinical operations, the Clinical Manager plays a crucial part in maintaining high standards of patient care and compliance with departmental regulations.
In this role, you will be at the heart of public service, contributing to the health sector in South Africa, particularly in the Eastern Cape. The Clinical Manager will lead efforts in improving health outcomes and ensure that staff are well-trained and supported. Your leadership will not only enhance clinical practices but will also foster an environment of continuous learning and improvement, ultimately making a positive difference in the lives of patients and their families.
About the Department
The Department of Health is committed to promoting and ensuring the health of all South Africans through the provision of quality health services. Its mission includes developing and implementing effective health programs, addressing public health needs, and ensuring compliance with health legislation. Working within this department offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the health sector and be part of a team dedicated to improving health standards across the nation.
What You’ll Do
- Manage clinical services in accordance with departmental standards, including after-hours duties as needed.
- Lead and guide the hospital’s clinical services team, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Maintain accurate health records while adhering to legal and ethical considerations.
- Conduct training and guidance for staff and health professionals in morbidity and mortality reviews.
- Participate in continuous medical education and quality improvement programs.
- Ensure cost-effective service delivery while managing administrative tasks as required.
- Conduct regular clinical audits and develop action plans based on findings.
- Manage the performance and development of staff, including quarterly reviews.
- Prepare and present medical reports and provide evidence in trials as necessary.
- Foster a culture of problem-solving and effective decision-making within the team.
What You’ll Need
- An appropriate qualification allowing registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
- Current registration with the HPCSA as a Medical Practitioner.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a medical officer post-registration.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, including the National Health Act and Public Finance Management Act.
- Proven competencies in leadership, project management, financial management, and people management.
- Excellent communication skills, with a focus on client orientation and customer service.
- A valid driver’s license is required.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted electronically via email as detailed below.
Requirements
Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.Registration with HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.
A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience as a medical officer after registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.
Knowledge of relevant legislation such as National Health Act, Mental Health Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)), Public Service Act and related regulations and policies.
Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, Program and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, People Management and Empowerment, Service Delivery Innovation, Knowledge Management, Problem Solving and Analysis, Communication, Client Orientation and Customer focus.
A valid driver’s licence.
Job Duties
Management of clinical services in the entire hospital in accordance with the departmental standards, including after hours as delegated.Participate and accountable for assisting in leading and managing the hospital clinical services.
Maintain accurate health records in accordance with legal ethical considerations.
Train and guide staff and health associated professionals in morbidity and mortality reviews.
Attend and participate in continuous medical education.
Participate in quality improvement programs.
Ensure that cost effective services delivery is maintained within the respective department.
Attend to administrative matters as required.
To plan, direct coordinate and manage the efficient and effective delivery of clinical and administration support services through working the key executive management team at the hospital within the legal regulatory framework.
To present the Hospital Authoritatively at provincial and public forums.
Determines system for intradepartmental functions in keeping with hospital policies and communicates it to staff.
Training and development of staff in the relevant sections.
Ensure compliance with National Core Standards requirements or any other regulatory and/or statutory requirement.
Conduct regular clinical audits and develop, implement and monitor action plans.
Develop, monitor and analyse budget and financial information and utilizes all resources in an effective and efficient manner.
Practice effective problem identification and resolution skills as a method of sound decision making.
Must be prepared to work under pressure and after hour duties as per commuted overtime policy.
96 Compile medical reports and give evidence at trials, when required.
Manage Performance and Development (PMDS) and perform quarterly reviews of subordinates.
The incumbent must also be prepared to train, develop and supervise of undergraduate and post graduate junior doctors.
