Now Hiring: Deputy Hospital Manager | Private Healthcare | East London, Eastern Cape

Are you a dynamic, results-oriented leader with a passion for operational excellence and quality patient care? An exciting opportunity has opened up at a leading private healthcare facility in the Eastern Cape for a Deputy Hospital Manager to play a strategic leadership role in shaping the hospital’s future.

This is your chance to step into a pivotal role that blends operational oversight with people leadership and business strategy—perfect for someone looking to grow into hospital executive leadership.


What You’ll Be Responsible For

Operations & Financial Management
• Oversee the performance of key complementary and ancillary services
• Drive operational efficiency and profitability
• Lead strategic business planning and best-practice implementation

Quality & Compliance
• Elevate patient care through clinical quality systems
• Ensure ISO certification and compliance with healthcare regulations
• Lead root cause analyses and action plans for continuous improvement

People Leadership
• Build and empower high-performing teams
• Drive transformation and workforce planning
• Lead training, performance management, and employee relations processes

Doctor Engagement
• Cultivate strong relationships with healthcare professionals
• Implement strategies to attract and retain top medical talent

Growth & Marketing Strategy
• Analyse market trends and competition
• Strengthen the hospital’s community presence and visibility

Financial Oversight
• Manage budgets and capital expenditure
• Lead revenue growth and cost optimisation initiatives

Governance & Risk
• Conduct business risk assessments
• Ensure ethical standards and legal compliance across operations


What You’ll Need to Bring
• Postgraduate qualification in Commerce, Health Sciences, Engineering, or related field
• A Hospital Manager Development Programme certificate is a plus
• At least 3 years of leadership experience in private healthcare
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, systems, and best practices
• Confident in using MS Office and hospital management software
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for business

You’re a Great Fit If You...
• Think strategically and solve problems with confidence
• Communicate effectively across all levels
• Inspire, lead, and develop high-performance teams
• Know how to manage stakeholder relationships with empathy and impact

Why This Role?
This isn’t just another leadership role—it’s a chance to shape the future of private healthcare in the region. You’ll work alongside forward-thinking professionals, drive meaningful change, and be part of an organisation that truly values patient outcomes, innovation, and growth.

Location: East London, Eastern Cape
Sector: Private Healthcare
Type: Full-Time
Level: Mid-Senior (Minimum 3 years' relevant experience)