Clinical Manager REF NO: ECHEALTH/CM/APL/DRMMH/01/10/2026

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**Overview** This is a description for a Clinical Manager position (REF NO: ECHEALTH/CM/APL/DRMMH/01/10/2026) at Dr Malizo Mpehle Hospital, located in the OR Tambo District under the Eastern Cape Department of Health. The role offers an all-inclusive annual salary package ranging from R1 479 723 to R1 640 055, structured according to Occupation Specific Dispensation (OSD) and Middle Management Service guidelines, with the basic salary comprising 70% or 75% of the total package. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be responsible for: * Managing clinical services across the entire hospital in line with departmental standards, including after-hours duties as delegated. * Participating in and being accountable for assisting in leading and managing the hospital's clinical services. * Maintaining accurate health records in accordance with legal and ethical considerations. * Training and guiding staff and health associated professionals in morbidity and mortality reviews. * Attending and participating in continuous medical education. * Participating in quality improvement programs. * Ensuring cost-effective service delivery within the respective department. * Attending to administrative matters as required. * Planning, directing, coordinating, and managing the efficient and effective delivery of clinical and administration support services in collaboration with the key executive management team within the legal regulatory framework. * Representing the Hospital authoritatively at provincial and public forums. * Determining systems for intradepartmental functions in keeping with hospital policies and communicating them to staff. * Providing training and development of staff in the relevant sections. * Ensuring compliance with National Core Standards requirements or any other regulatory and/or statutory requirement. * Conducting regular clinical audits and developing, implementing, and monitoring action plans. * Developing, monitoring, and analysing budget and financial information, and utilizing all resources effectively and efficiently. * Practicing effective problem identification and resolution skills for sound decision-making. * Being prepared to work under pressure and perform after-hour duties as per commuted overtime policy. * Compiling medical reports and giving evidence at trials, when required. * Managing Performance and Development (PMDS) and performing quarterly reviews of subordinates. * Training, developing, and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate junior doctors. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * 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. **Who should apply** This role is suitable for an experienced Medical Practitioner registered with the HPCSA, who has at least 3 years of post-registration experience as a medical officer. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of relevant health and public sector legislation, coupled with proven competencies in strategic leadership, program and financial management, change management, and people empowerment. They should also demonstrate excellent problem-solving, communication, and client-orientation skills, be prepared to work under pressure and after hours, and hold a valid driver's licence, with an aptitude for training and supervising junior medical staff. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/clinical-manager-ref-no-echealth-cm-apl-drmmh-01-10-2026-eastern-cape-department-of-health Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Project management
• Driver's licence

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