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Permanent skilled level position, based in Kempton Park.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

Responsible to plan and direct all aspects of the company's medical policies and procedures
Responsible for strategic management of the medical centre and maintaining good working relationships with all stakeholders
Responsible for quality assurance and compliance with relevant legislation
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Ensure legal compliance with related legislation
Design, implement and revise policies based on trend analysis
Implement quality assurance programmes and conduct compliancy audits
Evaluate adequacy of procedures and recommend corrective actions
Work collaboratively with other departments in order to achieve a common goal
Develop networks, identify revenue-generating opportunities and participate in negotiation of provider contracts
Drawing up Annual Budget (including review of Asset Register)
Track and control monthly budget (approve orders and payments against planned budget)
Identify any discrepancies and implement corrective actions
Recruit and retain staff who possess the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to work effectively in the Medical Department
Provide formal and informal training to staff
Implement efficient systems and equipment within the department to provide a comprehensive service of good quality
Review and advise on medical surveillance programmes within the company
Ensure planning and completion of the above in compliance statutory and legal requirements
Conduct occupational health risk assessments, recommend and implement corrective actions
Compile, review and implement health, environmental and safety related policies and procedures
Assist and advise on management of medical emergencies, occupational disease and injuries on duty
Assess and advise on management of absenteeism and disability
Provide health-related advice and relevant training to employees
Advise and assist with implementation of policies related to travel of passengers with medical conditions
Advise and inform passengers of air travel related health issues
Authorisation and oversight of medical reservations
Research, advise and oversee adequacy of emergency medical equipment
Participate in disaster management and DOH passenger health care initiatives and actions
Ensure compliance of documentation with relevant legislation
Ensure accuracy, confidentiality and safekeeping of medical information
Prepare monthly and annual management reports
Promote wellness within the company by means of education, training and providing access to service programmes
Review and maintain an Employee Assistance Programme in order to provide cost-effective support to employees
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

Medical Degree at NQF Level 7
Diploma in Occupational Medicine
Certificate in Travel Medicine
Registration with SACAA as a Senior AME
Registration with a medical insurance provider
Registration with South African Health Professions Council
License to dispense medication
7 - 10 years exeperience as a Medical Doctor of which 8 years is from general management experience
Experience in occupational health, corporate wellness, disability management and workers compensation
Sound knowledge of relevant statutory legislation
National and international codes of practices related to Aviation Medicine, Corporate Wellness and Occupational Health