HEAD CLINICAL UNIT (INTERNAL MEDICINE) (Madadeni Hospital)

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HEAD CLINICAL UNIT (INTERNAL MEDICINE)

Reference Number : MAD 21/2026
Number of Posts : 01
Package : R2 168 145.00 – R2 592 273.00 P.A. (all-inclusive salary package)
Enquiries : Dr X.F NENE, 034 328 8007

Requirements :

An appropriate qualification in the appropriate Health Science (MBCHB);
PLUS, Current registration with the Health Professionals Council of South Africa as a Specialist in the category of Internal Medicine
PLUS At least Five (5) years appropriate experience as a Medical Specialist after registration with HPCSA as a medical specialist in the category of Internal Medicine.
Current registration with HPCSA as a Medical Specialist (2026 Receipt)
Certificate of Service from previous and current employer endorsed and stamped by HR must be attached.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

Knowledge of appropriate specialist procedures and protocols within the field of expertise
Knowledge of legislative prescripts governing the public service
Human resources management, financial management and general administrative skills
Control of budget, monitoring expenditure and project management
Computer literacy in MS Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Report writing, presentation and teaching skills
Strategic capability and leadership skills
Problem solving, project management and change management
Concerns for excellency, courtesy and interpersonal skills
Awareness of cross-cultural differences

Duties :

Render efficient and cost-effective internal medicine services to patients managed by Madadeni Hospital and its drainage sites.
Strengthen and ensure continuous clinical governance for internal medicine services within the area of jurisdiction.
Ensure the rational use of resources (including laboratory investigations, medication, consumables and equipment)
Deliver effective and efficient administration of the INTERNAL MEDICINE Department
Plan and partake in the training of staff including Nurses, Clinical Support Personnel, Medical Officers, Interns and undergraduate Medical Students and also support relevant clinical research, clinical trials and CPD activities.
Develop regional services within the field of Internal Medicine and improve the functioning of renal services.
Provide clinicians with expert advice and opinion to aid diagnosis, management and treatment of patients.
Conduct out-patient specialist clinics and in-patient and provide expert opinion where required.
Ensure provisioning of a 24-hour service in Internal Medicine.
Provide vision, strategic direction and inspire employees to deliver excellent, quality health services.
Manage the performance of allocated human resources.
Ensure that working environment complies with Health and Safety Act, staff adheres to the safety precautions and that staff is maintained to attain optimal productivity.
Formulate and manage protocols in accordance with Department of Health policies that will have a positive impact on staff and ensure that staff is aware and adhere to protocols.
Compile medium and long term expenditure framework and implement fiscal control measures on an ongoing basis.
Provide measures and guidance on quality assurance to comply with set quality standards.
Generate reports, plans, presentations, and perform other administrative duties attached to this position.
Strengthen partnership with relevant stakeholders i.e. Tertiary hospitals i.e. Greys, IALCH, Referral Hospitals, Community members, etc. Liaison with the relevant Chief Specialist regarding service development.
Improve management of referrals
Maintain clinical, professional and ethical standards.
Manage EPMDS of the Internal Medicine department.

Notes :

Only the following documents must be submitted: (a) A detailed CV and a New (Z83) form, fully completed, initialed and signed, obtainable from any Public Service Departments, failing which your application will not be considered. (b) Certified copies of ID, highest educational qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested for submission only from shortlisted candidates.
The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the Z83 form and at the back of the envelope, e.g. MAD 01/2020
NB: Failure to comply with the above instructions will disqualify the applicants.
Applications are respectfully informed that, if no notification of Appointment is received within 3 months after the closing date, they must accept that their applications were unsuccessful. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to have a foreign qualification, which is the requirement of the post, evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation on application. Failure to comply will result in the application not being considered.
The appointment is subject to the positive outcomes obtained from the following checks: Security Clearance, Qualifications (SAQA), Citizenship and Previous Experience Verification.
All employees in the Public Service that are presently on the same salary level but on a notch/package above the minimum that of the advertised post are free to apply.
This institution is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representatively in all levels of the Department. People with disability should feel free to apply.
Please note that due to financial constraint no S&T claims will be considered for payment to the candidates that are invited for interview.
Applications can be submitted through Courier OR Hand delivered to: HR Office No. 3, Madadeni Hospital, F0001 Section 6, Madadeni, 2951

Employer : Madadeni Hospital
Location : Madadeni Hospital
Closing Date : 02 October 2026