Clinical Manager

About the role

The Department of Health (Eastern Cape) is hiring a Clinical Manager, based in OR Tambo District, Isilimela Hospital. This is a permanent post, paying R1,479,723 – R1,640,055 a year. How to apply: Applications can be submitted electronically via email to: Zukiswa.Nomphandana@echealth.gov.za Reference number to quote: ECHEALTH/CM/APL/ISL/01/10/2026 Closing date: 23 October 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Requirements

• Appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.
• Registration with HPCSA as Medical Practitioner.
• At least 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