Current Jobs at Life Healthcare

• A vacancy exists for a Renal Transplant Co-Ordinator reporting to the Nurse Manager – Specialised Units. The successful candidate will be responsible for the renal transplant program in KZN.

Critical Outputs

• Marketing to emergency services, emergency departments and ICU’s.
• Travelling to assess the compatibility of potential donors, where necessary approach next of kin, cadaver brain death certification.
• Co-ordinate all the clinical and pathology test of donor/recipient tissue typing and cross matching.
• Ensuring that the donor/recipient receives psychological support where necessary.
• In the event of an unnatural death requiring forensic post mortem, obtain written permission from the relevant forensic pathologist for the removal organs
• Co-ordination of the various surgical teams, theatre for organ retrieval and transplant.
• Follow up with the donor families and staff from the referring hospital
• Maintain all legal documents pertaining to the case
• Maintain a register of donors and recipients.
• Function as a clinical expert in achieving patient outcomes.
• Promote transplant awareness and education.
• Patient education and counselling of potential recipients and donors, in respect to listing for transplant.
• Liaising with medical aids.
• Obtaining department of health approval.
• Promote customer satisfaction within the hospital, address customer complaints, conduct quality care rounds and clinical practice audits to monitor care levels and report accordingly.
• Identify clinical and safety risks and trends and assist with implementation of corrective action where necessary and monitor on an ongoing basis.
• Initiate and drive functional specific best operating practice, communicate these for wider implementation and participate in hospital specific marketing initiatives.
• Demonstrate visible leadership in respect of LHC values, operating model, nursing strategy and image of the profession, actively sponsor LHC initiatives and projects to ensure continued and improved productivity.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders (i.e. HOD’s, Enabling functions, patients, family members, service providers and doctors etc.) through ongoing communication and feedback.

Requirements

• Experienced ICU Registered Nurse with valid registration at SANC.
• Transplant experience and co-ordination is preferred and will be advantageous.
• Must be able to manage both live and cadaver donors.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar environment.
• Effective counselling skills including appropriate knowledge of HIV.
• Excellent presentation skills and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others, establishing, and maintaining good working relationships.
• The ability to work flexible hours and overtime when necessary.
• The ability to travel when necessary (Congresses, Panel meetings, etc.).
• Basic understanding of labour legislation, financial and change management principles.
• Computer proficiency (MS office).
• Driver’s license & own transport.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organizational awareness
• Leading by example
• Motivating and developing people
• Ethical behavior

Deadline:14th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Key Accounts Manager, based at Head Office, Dunkeld, the successful candidate will be responsible for collections and credit control Key Accounts clients. It will require working as part of the Credit Risk Management team with the aim of meeting stringent deadlines and targets set by the Head of Credit Operations. It will involve strategic planning and diligence in the co-ordination of the debtor’s department.
• This position will report to the Head: Credit Operations

Critical Outputs
Credit Risk Management

• Integrate the principles of sound credit risk management across all portfolios and within performance metrics
• Maintain the strategic plan for credit collections, attending to possible risk accounts and escalating them to the National Business Partner.
• Work closely with the National Business Partner to manage all risks associated with ECL Provisions

Credit Collection Process

• Manage the end-to-end collections process for all designated Key Accounts across all business streams
• Maintain and manage the credit risk policies to ensure working procedures are enforced
• Maintain and manage performance monitoring systems, e.g. Debtpack and/or dashboards
• Manage and achieve cash targets set out and report deviations therefrom in such a way that timely insights are available to the Head: Credit Operations
• Manage the debtor days’ targets set out by the Head: Credit Operations for all designated funders/stakeholders
• Ensure all rejections are managed timeously with various stakeholders
• Ensure remittances are reconciled and actioned accordingly
• Manage agreed SLAs with all stakeholders
• Manage and review bad debt write off trending
• Ensure corporate governance is strictly adhered to as per policy
• Ensure queries and complaints raised by funders/government/patients are actioned timeously 

Effective Management of Strategic Finance Projects

• Play a pivotal role in the digitization of Credit Risk Management across the value chain
• Ensure all processes within the collection value chain are standardized
• Assist with integration of ECL model into the month-end bad debt provision process

Governance and risk management

• Ensure and drive optimal management of business governance to achieve sound business ethics, risk management and control with appropriate transparency and control.
• Manage compliance to the executive constraints as per corporate governance, report deviations and act where necessary

Effective, productive and credible relationships with internal and external stakeholders, through:

• Responding to internal and external customers’ requests, complaints and needs timeously and professionally
• Building strong relationships with key stakeholders such as funders, government, and insurers
• Maintaining relationships with all stakeholders at a National Level

Effective People Management

• Demonstrate visible leadership in respect of LHC values, and strategy.
• Provide direction and inspire positive work behaviour in the department.
• Recruit, retain, motivate and develop staff according to LHC people policies and practices.
• Conduct performance management appraisals with all employees within the team
• Ensure compliance to Group Human Resources Strategies, including but limited to diversity and transformation targets are met.
• Devise and maintain a succession plan for key roles within the team
• Implement skills development plan that enables opportunities identified in the strategic plan
• Ensure that members of the team are sufficiently trained to achieve the targets set out.

Requirements

• The requirement for this role is a relevant NQF 7 qualification. However, in exceptional circumstances where applicants have significant relevant experience and have also commenced and made progress to acquire the required qualifications for this role, such applicants may be considered and if deemed suitable, accommodated in terms of the Company’s Personal Grades - Blue Flag/Red Flag Policy.
• The successful candidate will need to have experience in managing credit control at a Senior level in a healthcare environment.
• Must have at least 10 years’ work experience of which 3 years must be in leadership role
• Strong people management experience, with large teams
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage.
• Understanding the various pricing Models / Contracts within LHC
• Previous experience in managing large payment remittances, allocations, and debtors’ recons
• Previous experience in managing large debtors’ books
• The ability to work independently as part of a team with exceptional interpersonal skills
• The ability to work under pressure
• Good interpersonal skills with ability to participate in presentations with various Medical Aid Groups
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Computer proficiency experience in SAP added advantage
• Driver’s license and ability to travel

Competencies

• Ethical
• Problem solving skills, analysis and judgement
• Initiative driven
• Deadline driven
• Strategy delivery
• Ability to work under pressure
• Influencing
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork
• Ability to motivate and develop people
• Visible leadership
• Good interpersonal skills
• Customer responsiveness
• Communication skills (written & verbal)

Deadline:14th August,2026

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• A vacancy has arisen for a Ward Clerk position reporting to the Unit Manager, Pamela Yako.  The successful candidate will contribute towards the optimal functioning of the nursing team through effective: interdepartmental liaising, communication, and administrative support to the nursing team

Critical Outputs

• Ensure optimal service levels whilst understanding and striving to achieve targets.
• To ensure the speedy and effective execution of non-nursing activities.
• Attend meetings and in-service training as scheduled.
• Ensuring a safe environment in all areas of the unit through staying up to date with safety standards and protocols.
• Knowledge of emergency plans and actions.
• Elimination of medico legal risks through the correct identification and filing of patient’s documentation.
• Maintenance of a positive appearance and behavior, within and outside hospital relation.
• Friendly and helpful client service.
• Live up to the Quality principles.
• Professional secrecy and discretion during contact with customers and colleagues.
• Ensuring effective communication between customers and colleagues.

Requirements

• Grade 12
• General administrative experience – at least 1 year
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (excel, word) is essential.
• Co-ordinating bookings and patient transport.

Competencies

• A person who results orientated, pays attention to detail, has excellent interpersonal skills as well as communication skills is needed.
• Customer focus, a commitment towards continuous improvement, the ability to work independently, and the management of time is required.

Deadline:14th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse in the Femina, based at Life Flora Hospital, reporting to Patricia Sutherland, Unit Manager.  The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of quality patient care.

Critical Outputs
Ensure professional, ethical practice in the unit

• Provide and supervise nursing care in accordance with legislation that directly and indirectly governs nursing practice
• Provide and supervise nursing care in accordance with ethical codes that directly and indirectly guide nursing practices
• Accept accountability and responsibility for own professional actions

Ensure the provision of competent, clinical nursing care in the unit

• Use the scientific process of nursing to initiate and manage comprehensive nursing care plans that will ensure quality nursing care
• Coordinate and supervise nursing activities of members of the healthcare team who provide basic care

Customer Satisfaction: Enhance patient satisfaction

• Utilise available management tools and strategies to enhance patient experience through continuing quality improvement initiatives e.g CFS and Qe
• Assist in the management of patient complaints

Build professional relationships with the members of the multi-disciplinary team

• Cooperate fully with the members of the multi-disciplinary team and independently delivering nursing care
• Assist in the management of complaints from members of the multi-disciplinary team

Safe Environment: Assist in maintaining an environment which is both emotionally and physically safe

• Utilise available management tools and participate in pro active management strategies to ensure an emotionally and physically safe patient environment e.g. SHEQ and infection control
• Business Efficiency: Contribute to business efficiency through cost effective patient care, interdepartmental cooperation and economic use of all resources
• Utilise and supervise adherence to interdepartmental requirements with regard to stock management, case management and billing

Coaching and mentor staff

• Assist in the performance management of the unit staff
• Assist in staff development through the provision of appropriate on the job in-service education
• Participate in staff recognition and reward management strategies

Requirements

• General Nursing Degree / Diploma
• Registration with SANC
• Diploma in speciality if applicable
• Relevant experience and technical skill to meet the critical outputs
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Influencing skills
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Action orientation
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Deadline:14th August,2026

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• An opportunity exists for a Finance Intern/Graduate in support of HWSETA to participate in a learner project.  The project provides opportunity for an ambitious graduate offering hands-on experience, professional development, and support aligned commensurate with a new finance/accounting qualification. The learner will report to the Hospital Finance and Administration Manager and the learnership will be for 12 months.

Critical Outputs
Our co-ordinated programme and stimulating work environment will equip you with valuable Financial experiential learning in the following generalist areas:

• Assisting in the capturing and processing of financial transactions such as expenses, debtors and creditors.
• Supporting the finance team with data entry and reconciliation tasks
• Helping track expenses and verifying invoices
• Learning and applying accounting principles
• Supporting the finance department in maintaining financial records
• Liaising with different hospital departments to ensure the smooth flow of financial data
• Assisting with ad-hoc finance queries and requests

You will also receive:

• A monthly learner stipend
• Opportunities to participate in technical skills training

Requirements

• Learners must be unemployed to qualify for this project
• Grade 12
• All learners must have a Finance/ Accounting degree from a University or University of Technology
• All learners must complete the12 months’ workplace experience.
• Learners must not be the beneficiary of any other HWSETA grant and must not have been part of the work experience grant in prior years

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Computer literacy

Deadline:13th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Chef at Life Groenkloof Hospital reporting to the Catering Manager. The successful candidate will contribute to the effective functioning of the department and be part of the dynamic team that is continuously striving for the highest standards of quality.

Critical Outputs

• Planning and organising the preparation for Staff meals
• Cooking Off staff meal (Not limited to staff meal only)
• Coordinate and manage the staff dining room.
• Assist in kitchen control systems and stock management.
• Performing food service responsibilities in accordance with health and safety and infection prevention standards.
• Assisting with Main Kitchen Duty where applicable daily.
• Assisting with all Internal and external Functions.
• Any other catering related duties assigned by the Unit Manager.
• Adhere to all Qpro / Aspirata Audit requirements

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Catering qualification will be an advantage.
• At least 2 years’ experience in catering services in any hospital will be an advantage
• Knowledge of infection control, health and safety procedures is essential
• Ability to work shifts according to the operational requirements of the hospital
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage.

Competencies

• Be able to work and function independently
• Pleasant, hardworking and honest personality
• Teamwork and dedication
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Must be able to handle every situation with a positive attitude
• Drive & energy
• Strong leadership and trustworthy
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Team player

Deadline:13th August,2026

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• Exciting opportunities exists for Registered Nurse (ICU Qualified) in the General ICU at Life Entabeni Hospital, KZN. The position will report to the Unit Manager. The successful candidate will contribute to the effective functioning of this unit and ensure quality nursing care to all patients

Critical Outputs

• Conduct basic duties as allocated by the Unit Manager. This includes team leading.
• Ensure quality patient care and customer satisfaction according to Life Healthcare Policies & Procedures.
• Management of other categories nursing staff according to their Scope of Practice.
• Maintain sound professional relationships with all patients, doctors and other members of the multi- disciplinary team.
• Effective risk management of the unit by complying with Health, Safety &Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Effectively participate in the management of costs in the unit (stock, staffing, and equipment)
• Identify training needs and initiate facilitation.
• Ensure effective record keeping

Requirements

• Registered at SANC as a Registered Nurse
• ICU Qualification is compulsory
• Rotation between day duty and night duty
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good planning and organizing skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to make accurate decisions
• Resilience and stress tolerance
• Strong customer orientation

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organizational awareness
• Leading my example (Key for Managers)
• Motivating and developing people (Key for Managers)
• Ethical behavior

Deadline:14th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Radiographer, who will be required to work at Eugene Marais Radiology, reporting to the Senior/Head Radiographer. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high quality service to both Inpatients and Outpatients. This will include General Radiography, Theatre Imaging, Mammography and CT. The successful candidate will work as a member of the Radiography Department and multi-disciplinary teams, providing a high quality Radiography service to patients in assigned areas in accordance with professional standards of practice.

Critical Outputs

• Perform radiological procedures according to protocols.
• Maintain required standards of radiography whilst applying ALARA and radiation protection principles.
• Prepare patients for radiological examinations or procedures for which they are scheduled.
• Prepare the room and equipment required before commencing radiology procedures.
• Produce accurate radiographic images in the various modalities for which the individual is qualified.
• Work in all areas of radiology as required, including shift work as per roster and overtime when required.
• Participate in all staff meetings and briefings.
• Support and help with training of students, staff and each other.
• Maintain acceptable levels of health and safety and report all deviations to management.
• Take part in routine daily inspection of equipment and quality assurance procedures where necessary.
• Report any equipment defects or problems either directly to the Line Manager or to the dedicated QA personnel.
• Keep up to date with current techniques and developments in radiographic and imaging procedures and to take part in in-service training as required.
• Maintain CPD compliance. 
• Maintain good working relationships with colleagues and with non-radiographic staff, both in the radiology department and outside.
• Any other duties that may be required from time to time.

Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12
• Degree/Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography
• Be registered with HPCSA
• Have at least 1 year’s general diagnostic radiography experience (including community service)
• Have at least CT experience
• Mammography, MRI, and theatre experience will be an advantage.
• Ability to perform after hours work, weekend work and night shifts.
• Own transport or a valid driver’s license is essential.
• Computer Literate
• Ability to work with people
• Able to work alone
• Able to work under pressure

Competencies

• Problem-solving/analysis
• Resilience
• Verbal & written communication
• Teamwork
• Customer responsiveness
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Building relationships
• Organisational awareness
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Deadline:13th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse (Theatre qualified), based at Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital, reporting to the Theatre Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the surgical team to perform surgical procedures on patients successfully and to ensure that the patient receives optimal care in accordance with company and hospital strategic objectives.

Critical Outputs
Ensuring effective financial management by

• Ensuring accurate charging by managing theatre clocking time
• Ensuring consignment stock, equipment and prosthesis is charged according to policy
• Managing stock by participating in regular stock taking and controlling of the consignment stock in accordance with the hospital (local) policy

Affecting the functioning of theatre equipment and instrumentation by

• Ensuring the correct use of theatre equipment and instrumentation by educating and supervising staff on the correct utilization of the equipment

Providing Quality patient care by

• Obtaining the correct information pre-operatively and visiting the patient post-operatively
• Ensuring that the patient is comfortable and assist the doctor during the surgical procedure

Ensuring effective people management by

• Providing theatre specific training and assessing the competence of staff
• Assist the Unit Manager to correctly monitor the normal and overtime hours
• Ensure the threatre team works according to the scope of practice
• Give feedback to the unit manager in order to assess optimal performance

Effective SHEQ management by

• Ensuring the use of personal protective clothing and complying with ISO requirements
• Ensuring the disposal of medical waste in order to effectively control infection

Effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders

• Attend review and consultative form meetings to maintain healthy relationships with internal stakeholders
• Maintain a healthy relationship with external stakeholders by reporting and escalating unresolved issues to the unit manager

Requirements

• General Nursing Degree / Diploma
• Registration with SANC
• Post Basic Qualification in Theatre
• 2 - 3 years cardiac experience
• Relevant experience and technical skill to meet the critical outputs
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Leading my example (Key for Managers)
• Motivating and developing people (Key for Managers)

Deadline:13th August,2026

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• A position has become available for a committed individual to join Life Bedford Gardens Hospital as a Switchboard Operator, reporting to the Admissions Supervisor.  The incumbent will be responsible for managing the switchboard and ensuring that it runs smoothly.

Critical Outputs

• Telephone answering duties according to Life Healthcare policies.
• Assist reception staff when required.
• Assist internal and external customers with enquiries.
• Assist with ad hoc operational duties when r
• Deliver excellent service to callers.
• Ensure that all calls are answered within three rings.
• Determine the nature of the call and transfer the call to the required department.
• Take messages and ensure that they are delivered to the correct recipient.
• Maintain hospital intercom.

Requirements

• Matric
• Candidate must be hard-working, energetic and well spoken.
• Eager to learn.
• Positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile.
• Computer literacy.
• Excellent communication skills

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness

Deadline:12th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse Theatre Qualified, based at Life St. George’s Hospital, reporting to Elma Leonard, Unit Manager Specialised Qualified. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the surgical team to perform surgical procedures on patients successfully and to ensure that the patient receives optimal care in accordance with company and hospital strategic objectives. 

Critical Outputs
Ensuring effective financial management by 

• Ensuring accurate charging by managing theatre clocking time
• Ensuring consignment stock, equipment and prosthesis is charged according to policy
• Managing stock by participating in regular stock taking and controlling of the consignment stock in accordance with the hospital (local) policy

Affecting the functioning of theatre equipment and instrumentation by

• Ensuring the correct use of theatre equipment and instrumentation by educating and supervising staff on the correct utilization of the equipment

Providing Quality patient care by

• Obtaining the correct information pre-operatively and visiting the patient post-operatively
• Ensuring that the patient is comfortable and assist the doctor during the surgical procedure

Ensuring effective people management by

• Providing theatre specific training and assessing the competence of staff
• Assist the Unit Manager to correctly monitor the normal and overtime hours
• Ensure the threatre team works according to the scope of practice
• Give feedback to the unit manager in order to assess optimal performance

Effective SHEQ management by

• Ensuring the use of personal protective clothing and complying with ISO requirements
• Ensuring the disposal of medical waste in order to effectively control infection

Effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders

• Attend review and consultative form meetings to maintain healthy relationships with internal stakeholders
• Maintain a healthy relationship with external stakeholders by reporting and escalating unresolved issues to the unit manager

Requirements

• General Nursing Degree / Diploma
• Registration with SANC
• Diploma in speciality
• Relevant experience and technical skill to meet the critical outputs
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Deadline:14th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Unit Manager for the General ICU based at Life Wilgers Hospital. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating clinical practice and resources within the unit to achieve the company and hospital objectives of quality, growth and people.

Critical Outputs
Effective clinical leadership

• Lead the implementation of the nursing care plan and co-ordinate and facilitate the delivery of the correct treatment plan within the correct MDT program in order to achieve clinical outcomes.
• Function as clinical expert in achieving patient outcomes.
• Ensure competence of staff and students, determine and drive criteria for effective professional socialization, create an environment conducive to learning and provide feedback to relevant stakeholders.
• Promote customer satisfaction within unit, address customer complaints, conduct quality care rounds and clinical practice audits to monitor care levels and report accordingly.
• Implement national quality initiatives within unit with the focus on improved clinical outcomes and report accordingly.
• Identify clinical and safety risks and trends in all of the above, implement corrective action where necessary and monitor on an ongoing basis.
• Initiate and drive unit specific best operating practice, communicate these for wider implementation and participate in hospital specific marketing initiatives.

Effective leadership and people management

• Demonstrate visible leadership in respect of LHC values, operating model, Nursing strategy and image of the profession, actively sponsor LHC initiatives and projects to ensure continued and improved productivity.
• Drive and manage all people related processes within unit.

Effective financial management (including equipment)

• Participate in business planning and budgeting processes and manage nursing costs according to budget.
• Manage stock utilization and drive product management processes within unit together with relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure staff are trained on the operation of equipment within unit and together with relevant stakeholders ensure equipment is in working order to provide a safe patient environment.

Effective relationships with internal & external stakeholders

• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders (i.e. HOD’s, Enabling functions, patients, family members, service providers etc.) through ongoing communication and feedback.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with doctors by agreeing professional code of conduct, driving and monitoring effective communication regarding positive patient outcomes, functioning as an advocate for LHC and communicate impact of industry challenges on the Nursing profession.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in nursing
• Certified qualification in the specialist discipline is essential (ICU)
• Current registration with SANC
• Management qualification will be advantageous
• Relevant experience in nursing to meet the critical outputs
• Proven leadership and people management skill would be an advantage
• Basic understanding of labour legislation, financial and chain management principles
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage Computer proficiency
• Driver’s license and ability to travel

Competencies

• Engaging diversity
• Organisational awareness
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Leading by example
• Motivating and developing people
• Influencing
• Excellence orientation 
• Action orientation Ethical behaviour 

Deadline:14th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a National Infection Prevention & Control Specialist, based at Life Head Office, Dunkeld reporting to the Infection Prevention & Control Manager. The suitable candidate will be responsible for Managing the quality of Infection Prevention & Control training, process, standards, policies and procedures, and improved patient outcomes within Life Healthcare and will be responsible to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks and engage with relevant stakeholders at head office and hospital levels.

Critical Outputs
Generic Outputs for National Infection Prevention & Control Specialist:

• Give innovative input and execute the national infection Prevention & Control strategy aligned with the business strategy.
• Standardization of IPC standards, policies and procedures and processes to drive quality outcomes.
• Innovation and identification of opportunities to enhance patient, environment and staff surveillance for improved patient clinical outcome.
• Monitor facility HAI and related trends and liaise with the hospital management team on best practices and learnings.
• Monitor outbreaks, determine actions needed and support in order to manage outcomes and mitigate further risk.
• Monitor hospitals for emergency preparedness.
• Monitor hazardous biological agents risk assessments during verification adults.
• ICNet management and trend identification.
• Build and strengthen relationships with the National with the National Department of Health, National Institute of Communicable diseases, OHSC etc.
• Ensure relevant outbreaks and emerging diseases are reported to the relevant authorities.
• Assist communications on media holding statements on case media interest and risk litigation.
• Evaluating and approving of products pertaining to IPC ensuring cost effectiveness without compromising quality and positive clinical outcomes.
• Active participation and contributing to strategic projects.
• Ensure strategic direction across all business units.
• Effective engagement and collaboration with various stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiencies that lead to cost efficiency.
• Identify opportunities for Quality Improvement.
• Ensure Patient Safety Initiatives pertaining to IPC are embedded in the business.
• Ensure a pipeline of trained second in charge Infection Prevention and Control specialists
• Effective monitoring and evaluation of IPC related nursing care delivered.
• Engage with relevant Stakeholders in the specialized areas.
• Identify risk-related training needs and develop training material.
• Facilitate the infection prevention and control module for the short learning programme.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse and midwife with a minimum 60 credit IPC Qualification.
• At least 5 years’ clinical experience in IPC.
• Prior experience or qualification in ICU will be an advantage.
• Nursing education qualification will be an advantage.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally for audit purposes and hospital visits.
• Car and driver’s license
• Research orientated.
• Current SANC registration.
• Efficient computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Good writing and presentation skills.

Competencies

• Data analytical skills
• Planning and organizing skills.
• Problem solving, analysis and judgment
• Resilience
• Cognitive Flexibility
• Ability to manage stress
• Persuading and influencing
• Attention to detail.
• Self-management
• Building Relationships & networking
• Emotional and Social Intelligence
• Creative and Innovative
• Digital IQ and Computational Thinking
• Presenting and communication skills
• Team Building

Deadline:14th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Bill Auditor based at Life Bedford Gardens Hospital reporting to the Patient Services Manager, Yulisha Mungaroo. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial and clinical risks of the business unit by conducting retrospective audits of patient documentation, in order to identify and highlight areas of weakness, recommend corrective action and monitor effective implementation thereof, in support of the company objectives and strategy.

Critical Outputs

• Effective delivery of quality customer care
• Evaluate data accuracy to identify deviations and make recommendations for corrective action and implement and monitor same
• Analyze data trends relating to rejections, short payments and Edit accommodations
• Develop and maintain sound relationships with internal customers to achieve co-operation & compliance with audit processes
• Compile and maintain a Bill Audit file containing copies of the Edit accommodation reports, late charges and bill audit reports (per file) – all signed by PSM
• Supply proof of completed bill audit reports with additional copies placed in patient files
• Effective auditing of patient documentation
• Audit pre-set number of files according to Life standards, in order to achieve monthly target
• Verify the presence of a completed checklist on file
• Verify presence of copies of patient ID and medical aid on file
• Verify patient details on IMEDS
• Verify presence of accurately completed and signed bed letter on file
• Verify carrier code detail on IMEDS to correspond with patient medical aid card
• Verify the presence primary and secondary ICD and CPT coding
• Verify and align proof listing to charge sheet
• Verify and confirm accuracy of billing
• Verify accuracy of discharge dates corresponding to patient dates
• Verify and confirm if the correct equipment was charged according to the patient’s procedure
• Compare the prosthesis invoice to charges on IMEDS and verify presence of invoice on file
• Verify correct billing of theatre gases, modifiers, stock & time
• Verify correct billing of oxygen usage
• Verify correct billing of ventilator charges
• Complete a bill audit template on each file audited
• Complete the bill audit toolkit and any updates where required
• Successfully complete the LHC coding course and achieve a set pass rate
• Analyze audit results and make recommendations
• Compile and submit a monthly Bill Audit report
• Effective auditing of hospital operational processes
• Verify statistics on number of elective cases that went to the pre-admission clinic
• Analyze & report trends on rejection
• Analyze & report trends on short payment report
• Analyze & report late charges
• Analyze & report Edit accommodations
• Effective monitoring of patient services process compliance
• Analyze trends to identify deviations
• Report on deviations and influence Stock Controllers & Billing Clerks through presentations and discussion in monthly RSRT meetings & bill audit reports; to drive process of corrective action
• Monitor effectiveness of implementation of action plans

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Nursing, Physiotherapy, Clinical Associates, Paramedics as Critical Care Assistants or Emergency Care Practitioners or any other qualification that covers Anatomy, Physiology, Pathophysiology and Microbiology as foundational courses.
• Current SANC registration appropriate to relevant Medical Qualification
• Knowledge of the Life Bill Audit Toolkit, clinical Coding and Life Case Manager Toolkit an advantage
• Knowledge of hospital patient services and billing processes
• Knowledge and understanding of CPT/CCSA & ICD coding
• Knowledge of funder contracts, scheme rules, exclusions and benefits
• Knowledge or clear understanding of hospital industry and practices
• Computer proficiency

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Verbal & written communication (including presentations)
• Influencing skills
• Personal integrity
• Planning & organising
• Ability to build relationships
• Drive and energy
• Process orientation
• Independence
• Conflict management
• Self-management

Deadline:14th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Ward Clerk, based at Life Peglerae Hospital, reporting to the Unit Manager.
• The successful candidate will contribute towards the optimal functioning of the nursing team through effective: interdepartmental liaising, communication and Administrative support to the nursing team.

Critical Outputs

• Ensure optimal service levels whilst understanding and striving to achieve targets.
• To ensure the speedy and effective execution of non-nursing activities.
• Attend meetings and in-service training as scheduled.
• Ensuring a safe environment in all areas of the unit through staying up to date with safety standards and protocols.
• Knowledge of emergency plans and actions.
• Elimination of medico legal risks through the correct identification and filing of patient’s documentation.
• Maintenance of a positive appearance and behavior, within and outside hospital relation.
• Friendly and helpful client service.
• Live up to the Quality principles.
• Professional secrecy and discretion during contact with customers and colleagues.
• Ensuring of effective communication between customers and colleagues.

Requirements

• General administrative experience – at least 2 years
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (excel, word) is essential.
• Coordinating of bookings and patient transport.
• Matric Certificate

Competencies

• Building relationships
• Self-management
• Excellence orientation
• Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Planning & organising skills
• Action orientation
• Customer responsiveness
• Deadline driven
• Resilience

Deadline:12th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a HVAC Artisan based at Life Eugene Marais Hospital, reporting to the Engineering Manager. The job entails continuous availability of HVAC services for the hospital infrastructure including the maintenance, servicing and new installations of HVAC units. The incumbent will also be responsible for supporting the strategic objectives of the hospital business plan through optimal management of all Engineering responsibilities.

Critical Outputs

• Installing, maintaining, repairing HVAC systems and mechanical equipment,
• Identifying engineering and maintenance risks on equipment,
• Cleaning, adjusting and repairing HVAC systems and managing warranty services,
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending relevant training,
• Maintain continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating maintenance actions, irregularities and continuing needs on mechanical equipment,
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations,
• Ensure operation and reliability of HVAC and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements,
• Maintain and repair air-conditioning units, air handling units, compressors and all other mechanical equipment,
• Attend to HVAC and mechanical breakdowns and take remedial action,
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly inspections on HVAC and mechanical equipment,
• Ensure that HVAC and mechanical services are done timeously and service records are properly filed,
• Maintain equipment parts and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory levels,
• Ensure that spares are ordered and received timeously,
• Prepare HVAC and mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing information and trends,
• Monitor and manage maintenance work conducted by contractors including the adherence to all Health and Safety regulations,
• Any other related tasks as delegated by the Engineering Manager and Hospital Manager within the hospital and its surrounds,
• Conduct risk assessments prior to conducting any maintenance related work on mechanical equipment,
• Adhere to safe working practices like OHS Act and NOSA guidelines,
• Completion of daily job cards as well as feedback thereof is a high priority,
• After hour standby and call out responsibilities.

Requirements

• Grade 12 National Senior Certificate
• Minimum N5 qualification in Mechanical Engineering,
• Mechanical HVAC Trade test certificate specializing in HVAC,
• Mechanical Engineering experience is needed,
• Valid driver’s license and having your own vehicle will be an advantage,
• Practical experience within a hospital environment or similar environment is preferred,
• Proficient in Microsoft Office,
• System knowledge like CMMS preferably SAP would be an added advantage,
• Extensive knowledge in HVAC, air conditioning systems, air compressors and,
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills,
• Experience in dealing with customers

Competencies

• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation

Deadline:13th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Artisan - HVAC, based at Life Flora Hospital, reporting to Peris Naicker, Engineering Manager. The successful candidate will ensure that all HVAC related equipment installed at the hospital are serviced at the required intervals and that breakdowns are repaired within a reasonable period of time.

Critical Outputs

• Conduct Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Annual Planned Maintenance on all HVAC related Installations, mechanical plant and equipment
• Conduct Fault Finding and repairs on HVAC related Installations
• Monitor and manage maintenance work conducted by Contractors on site
• Manage work conducted by team members on HVAC installations to ensure that work is conducted safely and to the required standards
• Complete and return all maintenance job cards to the Engineering Office
• Maintain and improve one’s technical knowledge by being involved in either formal or informal training.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ensure operation and reliability of mechanical equipment by conducting preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Attend to breakdowns and take remedial action to ensure that equipment are operational.
• Locate sources of problems by observing mechanical equipment in operation, listening for problems using precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Ensure that mechanical equipment services are done timeously and service records are provided.
• Maintain equipment parts and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level. Ensure that spares are ordered and received timeously.
• Provide mechanical maintenance information by answering questions upon requests.
• Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Ensure that contractors working on mechanical plant and equipment adhere to Health and Safety rules.
• Assist with any other work as requested by management.
• Conduct risk assessments prior to conducting any maintenance related work on plant and equipment.
• Implement Continuous Improvement tasks based on one’s own knowledge, skills and experience.

Requirements

• Grade 12
• At least N5 qualification in Mechanical Engineering
• A Trade Test in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration or in Fitting
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have own transport
• Perform standby duties
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working as a HVAC Artisan
• Good knowledge and experience working on Chillers, AHUs, VRF or VRV air conditioning units
• Experience working on projects relating to the installation of new air conditioning units
• Computer literacy in Microsoft would be an added advantage.
• General knowledge in air compressors and vacuum pump systems would also be advantageous.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Leading by example (Key for Managers)

Deadline:11th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an ICU Registered Nurse, based at Life Kingsbury Hospital, Cape Town, reporting to Patricia Freeman, Unit Manager.   The successful candidate will be responsible for providing holistic and optimal quality nursing care to critically ill patients in order to maximize a positive outcome for the customer in line with Company and Hospital strategic objectives.

Critical Outputs
Ensure professional, ethical practice in the unit

• Provide and supervise nursing care in accordance with legislation that directly and indirectly governs nursing practice
• Provide and supervise nursing care in accordance with ethical codes that directly and indirectly guide nursing practices
• Accept accountability and responsibility for own professional actions

Ensure the provision of competent, clinical nursing care in the unit

• Use the scientific process of nursing to initiate and manage comprehensive nursing care plans that will ensure quality nursing care
• Coordinate and supervise nursing activities of members of the healthcare team who provide basic care

Customer Satisfaction: Enhance patient satisfaction

• Utilise available management tools and strategies to enhance patient experience through continuing quality improvement initiatives e.g CFS and Qe
• Assist in the management of patient complaints

Build professional relationships with the members of the multi-disciplinary team

• Cooperate fully with the members of the multi-disciplinary team and independently delivering nursing care
• Assist in the management of complaints from members of the multi-disciplinary team

Safe Environment: Assist in maintaining an environment which is both emotionally and physically safe

• Utilise available management tools and participate in pro active management strategies to ensure an emotionally and physically safe patient environment e.g. SHEQ and infection control

Business Efficiency: Contribute to business efficiency through cost effective patient care, interdepartmental cooperation and economic use of all resources

• Utilise and supervise adherence to interdepartmental requirements with regard to stock management, case management and billing

Coaching and mentor staff

• Assist in the performance management of the unit staff
• Assist in staff development through the provision of appropriate on the job in-service education
• Participate in staff recognition and reward management strategies

Requirements

• General Nursing Degree / Diploma
• Registration with SANC
• ICU qualification/Critical Care course or 2-3 years ICU experience
• Relevant experience and technical skill to meet the critical outputs
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage
• Cardio-thoracic experience would be an advantage
• Strong customer orientation, team player, energetic, resilient and well organized.
• Must be able to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment
• Strong inter-personal skills required

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Influencing skills
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Action orientation
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Deadline:11th August,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Emergency Unit Registered Nurse Trauma Qualified based at Life Kingsbury Hospital reporting to the Unit Manager, Bonny Vorster. The successful candidate will provide, and coordinate evidence based clinical practices and resources efficiently to achieve the Company’s strategic objectives of Growth, Efficiency, Quality and Sustainability.

Critical Outputs

Effective clinical skills to grow the business

• Delivery of market leading evidenced based holistic clinical care.
• Effective relationship with internal and external stakeholders that enhances and Optimised business growth.
• Participative and collaborative with all members of the team to foster and develop a healthy and positive working environment that actively promotes a joint performance and value-based culture.
• Effective people management – interacting and communicating with a multi-disciplinary team.

Effective cost management – Cost-effective utilisation of resources across all business processes (including pharmacy and clinical engineering)

• Delivery of cost-effective care across all business processes within the agreed budgetary parameters.
• Optimal and efficient resource utilisation as per agreed budgetary parameters.
• Optimal and appropriate product utilisation including pharmaceuticals and equipment and sundries.
• Managing all stock used according to unit specific policies and protocols.
• Control and manage Labour hours in accordance with the company policy.

Effective clinical skills to deliver the highest level of quality care benchmarked against international standards for quality and safety

• Participate to meet Patient Experience, Clinical and Safety (Patient and Employee) outcomes targets.
• Ensuring quality management systems and initiatives are conducted according to company policy.
• Promoting a safe and healthy working environment.
• Enforcing infection prevention principles as per company policy.

Sustainability – participate in collaborative and engaging team dynamics (internal and external stakeholders)

• Establish Lifelong partnerships with our customers to promote LHC as the preferred hospital of choice.
• Effective communication skills.

Requirements

• Grade 12 Senior National Certificate
• General Nursing Degree / Diploma
• Post graduate diploma/degree in emergency Nursing will be an added advantage
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) is advantageous.
• Registration with SANC
• Relevant experience and technical skill to meet the critical outputs
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Leading my example
• Motivating and developing people

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• A vacancy exists for a permanent contract Occupational Health Nurse reporting to Unit Manager, based at the Black Rock Life Occupational Health clinic in the Northern Cape. The successful Unit Manager a multidisciplinary team and exceeds customer’s expectation and requirements in the Clinic in the Northern Cape. 

Critical Outputs

• Management experience to manage the overall Contract with the Client and Audits.
• Development of an Occupational Health program and the improvement on the existing programme
• Occupational Health Service, to establish the physical, psychological and social wellbeing of the worker in a safe working environment.
• Monitoring the health status of employees through on-going surveillance programmes.
• Providing information to the onsite Client that could be utilized to eliminate, control and minimize health risks and hazards to which the employees are, or may be exposed.
• Working effectively within a budget Meeting administration needs timeously.
• Meeting the prescribed professional and quality standards of both Life Occupational Health and the client.
• Leading sub ordinates and inspiring them in the right direction.
• Co coordinating the clinic management.
• Co coordinating the Emergency Services on site.

Requirements
The following qualifications are required and critical

• Computer literacy Microsoft Office (Medical database experience advantageous) & own transport is essential.
• Experience on COID act reporting and administration
• Candidates who result orientated, good communication skills, have initiative and the ability to deliver quality outputs and reduce costs, will be most suitable for this position.
• Knowledge regarding Occupational Health in Mining will be an advantage.
• Customer orientation, focus and teamwork complete the profile.
• Nursing Diploma or Degree (qualified as a Registered Nurse). registration with SANC
• The candidate needs to hold a Diploma / BTech degree in Occupational Health. (Must appear on current SANC receipt).
• HIV counselling
• Audiogram Registered as an audiometric at SASOHN.
• Spirometry
• Vision
• Certification Multidrug
• Dispensing
• Valid driver’s licenses
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience post-graduation mining environment.
• Candidates who result orientated, good communication skills, have initiative and the ability to deliver quality outputs and reduce costs, will be most suitable for this position.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgment
• Drive and energy
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Influencing skills
• Business insight
• Ability to functional independently
• Attention to details
• Good interpersonal relationships
• Performance / Achievement Drive
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Building relationships & networking
• Customer responsiveness
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Motivating and developing people
• Time Management
• Holistic approach
• Emotional Maturity

Deadline:14th August,2026