Risk Manager (Medical and Surgical Devices) - Sandton at Discovery Limited

Key Purpose

Management, tracking and implementation of risk initiatives relevant for Medical and Surgical devices within the Surgical Risk management team, with a particular focus on reimbursement models and pricing for the devices used in and out of hospital

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to:

The successful incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to the following:

• Develop and implement effective new commercial strategies to manage medical and surgical device costs.
• Proactively monitors and analyses current utilization trends and costs and implements strategies to contain costs.
• Successfully lead and negotiate favorable reimbursement agreements/models with medical device suppliers.
• Represent DH internally and externally at MedTech forums, professional societies and hospital associations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, to align business objectives and develop integrated strategies.

Personal Attributes and Skills

The successful candidate must demonstrate the following skills and abilities:

• Business & Containment Strategies
• Data Analysis & Decision Making
• Commercial and Negotiation Skills
• Organisational & Strategic Leadership

Qualifications and Experience:

• Knowledge of Medtech and Pharma - Advantageous
• Health related qualification - Advantageous
• Risk Management skill or experience – Advantageous
• Financial qualification- Advantageous