📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWClinix Health Group (Pty) Ltd is actively recruiting for a Unit Manager-Maternity position in North West. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Medical / Healthcare sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: 3 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Medical / Healthcare • Location Preference: in North West
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSHealthcare professionals including Unit Manager-Maternity are essential service providers. This role contributes directly to community health and wellbeing.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Medical / Healthcare offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Unit Manager-Maternity position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Medical / Healthcare field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Medical / Healthcare sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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JOB SUMMARYTo plan, monitor, coordinate and oversee the Unit’s operations and processes to ensure quality patient care and the overall running of the unit including but not limited to managing the ward clerks, RN, EN and ENA’s roles and responsibilities. Take responsibility for the mentoring, coaching, training and development of nursing staff and managing the Unit budget and ensuring cost saving and stakeholder engagement.
REQUIREMENTSMinimum RequirementsB. Cur/Diploma in General Nursing. Relevant qualification in Neonatal science/Midwifery. Nursing Administration qualification. BLS qualification.
Minimum Experience3+ years’ experience at a managerial/supervisory level and or previous experience as an Acting Unit Manager.
Added AdvantageUpdated ACLS/PALS/ATLS advantageous. Experience within a private hospital environment is advantageous.
Key CompetenciesPlanning and Organising Results Management Client Centricity Problem Solving Attention to Detail Interactive communication
DELIVERABLES
Plan and organise multiple work outputs by assigning tasks and priorities and continuously reviewing objectives and goals in line with the Unit standards. Plan, organise, supervise and assess quality nursing standards and ensure efficient and effective execution of the required tasks. Accumulate information to report on work progress and use for decision making purposes and the identification of improvement opportunities. Translate and drive adherence to the relevant regulatory principles and standards across the unit as set out by the SANC and other regulatory bodies. Act as the liaison between nurses and other departments, whilst engaging with relevant stakeholders to ensure operational efficiencies are coordinated to improve overall effectiveness of unit activities in line with hospital requirements. Facilitate and maintain the doctor’s theatre list allocation and ensure all required equipment is set for procedures. Organise and monitor stock levels to maximize efficiency, ensuring an effective stock management system is implemented in Units. Ensure that clinical equipment is managed appropriately by staff and that care is taken in terms of prevention of damage to equipment. Manage ward clerks, RNs, RNAs as well as ENAs within area of accountability and drive service optimisation. Conduct environmental and patient safety checks within the ward taking prompt action when required, to meet set clinical quality standards per agreed policies and procedures. Supervise and ensure that principles of aseptic technique are adhered to in order to prevent cross infection. Coordinate with management and staff on policy review and implementation. Support Hospital Manager in the annual review of National Core Standards to ensure compliance. Liaise with relevant HR Business Partner in order to initiate and coordinate a training plan and updating information for personnel, audit and DOH requirements. Assist in retaining all current quality accreditations and work towards the attainment of new quality accreditations. Formulate and maintain updated guidelines and procedures for prevention, identification and control of infection at hospital level as well as corrective actions such as isolation precautions.
Closing Date 20 August 2026
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