Mediclinic Medforum | Pretoria | South Africa 

Closing date: 06/11/2025  
Number of positions: 1 
Recruiter name: Anne Breytenbach  
Reference number: 64907  
 Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To support the Hospital General Manager in the effective and efficient operation of the hospital, focusing on support services and support functions. The role ensures that all operational projects, budget coordination, fixed asset management, and integration between clinical and engineering/technical functions are aligned with strategic hospital goals. The role will also oversee and coordinate key administrative departments, including Patient Administration Management (PAM), Human Resources (HR), Finance and Administration Management (FAM), Technology, and Technical Services.

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS Operational project management (Support): Manage all hospital projects not directly related to clinical care, including renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and technology rollouts. Department coordination: Direct and align the following functions: PAM, HR, FAM, Technology, and Technical. Ensure synergy and goal alignment. Contract management: Oversee service contracts, SLAs, renewals, compliance monitoring and vendor performance. Integration of core and engineering services: Facilitate operational synergy between clinical services and engineering support (e.g., facilities, technical maintenance). Fixed asset management: Oversee asset register accuracy, maintenance planning, and lifecycle management of all fixed assets. Risk and compliance monitoring: Ensure adherence to organisational policies, health and safety regulations, and audit compliance. Budget coordination: Coordinate and compile annual hospital budgets across departments, monitor expenditures and ensure compliance. REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or related field

DESIRED EDUCATION

Postgraduate qualification (e.g., MBA, MHA), Business management with subjects in finance

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

Minimum 5 years in healthcare or hospital operations management

Proven experience in budget management, contract oversight, and operational project delivery

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

Experience in managing within a healthcare environment Prior leadership role in multidisciplinary coordination REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Healthcare industry Knowledge of the clinical environment Understanding of all functions and processes within a private hospital environment, and how disciplines interact with each other Strategic and Operational Planning Budgeting and Financial Acumen Project Management Healthcare Systems and Operations Contract and Service Level Agreement (SLA) management Leadership & Team Coordination Governance, Risk and Compliance Monitoring Relevant legislative regulations Technical/Engineering Integration Knowledge Quality management principles Health and Safety principles Patient Experience principles IT/Systems Literacy Demonstrates computer literacy in the Microsoft Office Package (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile