Job Openings at Life Healthcare

• A vacancy exists for a Unit Manager based at Life Beacon Bay Hospital reporting to Heather Purdon, Nursing Manager. The successful candidate will manage, and co-ordinate evidence based clinical practices and resources efficiently by engaging and empowering staff within the unit to achieve the Company’s strategic objectives of Growth, Efficiency, Quality and Sustainability.

Critical Outputs
Clinical Operations and Patient Outcomes

• Lead the delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-based maternity and neonatal care.
• Drive positive patient outcomes, patient experience, and safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with clinical, regulatory, and professional practice requirements.
• Manage clinical risks and promote effective multidisciplinary collaboration.

Quality Improvement and Clinical Excellence

• Drive compliance with quality, accreditation, governance, and patient safety standards.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance maternal and neonatal outcomes.
• Monitor clinical indicators, audits, and incidents, implementing improvement actions where required.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and evidence-based practice.

Financial and Resource Management

• Manage resources effectively to ensure cost-efficient, high-quality patient care.
• Optimise workforce utilisation, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure effective management of equipment, consumables, and unit resources.
• Support value-based care through efficient resource utilisation.

People Leadership and Workforce Development

• Provide visible leadership that promotes excellence, accountability, and compassionate care.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing maternity nursing team.
• Drive employee engagement, professional development, and succession planning.
• Build workforce capability to meet current and future service needs.

Stakeholder Engagement and Service Excellence

• Build effective relationships with patients, families, medical practitioners, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimise patient outcomes and service delivery.
• Promote the professional image of nursing and maternity services.
• Support initiatives that enhance service sustainability and growth.

Governance and Risk Management

• Ensure effective governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management within the unit.
• Identify and mitigate clinical, operational, and reputational risks.
• Promote a culture of safety, ethical practice, and accountability.

Data, Performance and Operational Excellence

• Monitor and analyse clinical, quality, workforce, and operational performance indicators.
• Utilise data and insights to support decision-making and service improvement.
• Ensure accurate reporting and implementation of data-driven improvement initiatives.
• Leverage clinical systems and digital tools to enhance performance and patient outcomes

Requirements

• Nursing diploma/degree with midwifery qualification and at least 5 years post registration experience in a maternity unit.
• Postgraduate qualification in advanced midwifery and nursing education will be an advantage.
• Qualification in Health Services Management is essential.
• ESMOE master trainer status will be an advantage.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Updated knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, industrial relations, standards, codes of ethics, and competency standards.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council.

Competencies

• Leading by example:
• Problem solving, conflict resolution, and negotiation.
• Organisational Awareness
• Excellence Orientation
• Engaging diversity
• Ethical behaviour (honesty)
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Persuading and Influencing
• Building relationships & networking
• Strategic Communication
• Clinical Governance/Clinical Quality Management and Operations Management
• Information and Communication Technology
• Human Resources Management
• Financial Management
• Strategic and systems Thinking
• Change Management

Deadline:30th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Credit Controller, based at Life Healthcare Head Office in, Dunkeld, reporting to Adéle de Beer – Key accounts manager – Renal Dialysis. The successful candidate should have strong business acumen and the ability to coordinate, implement and sustain the credit control process through empowering and influencing.

Critical Outputs

• Ensuring accurate and efficient administration of the credit control function.
• Ensure all accounts are followed up in accordance with the working protocols
• Manage Life Renal Care DSO’s in line with budget per unit
• Includes the responsibility and functions for more than one business unit
• Ensure that the age analysis is managed in accordance with Life Healthcare protocols, targets and objectives.
• Develop sound relationships with both internal and external customers including patients, funders, doctors and private patients.
• Compliance with working procedures and quality requirements.
• Accurate processing of the medical aid remittances and resolving short payments accordingly
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Requirements

• Qualification – Grade 12
• Must have credit control experience (either at a medical aid or in a hospital)
• Must have experience in the Healthcare environment
• Ability to work within a pressurized environment
• Understanding of the Private Healthcare industry, its challenges and role players
• Computer proficiency

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Accuracy & attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Excel Proficient
• Drive & energy
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Leading by example
• Ethical behavior
• Excellence orientation

Deadline:23rd October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for Renal Registered Nurse/Clinical Technologist based at Life Renal Dialysis, Panorama reporting to the Renal Unit Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing holistic and optimal quality nursing care to renal patients in order to maximize a positive outcome for the customer in line with Company & Hospital strategic objectives.

Critical Outputs
To provide quality patient care by

• Providing quality basic and specialized nursing care
• Continual communication with the patient and family with regards to the patient’s condition
• Administering of medication in accordance to ethical, legal framework
• Review and comply with internal policies and protocols
• Ensuring quality management systems and initiatives are conducted according to the unit specification
• Advocate the patient by motivating acuity to the case management and notify the doctor of any limitations

Provide effective people management by

• Interacting and communicating with a multi-disciplinary team
• Provide training and development to ensure personal and professional growth
• Ensure the Renal team works according to the scope of practice in order to ensure the correct skills mix is utilized

Provide effective cost management by

• Managing all stock used according to unit specific policies and protocols
• Control and manage staff hours leave in accordance with the company policy

Provide effective Infection Control and SHEQ by

• Maintaining a safe and holistic patient environment in order to enforce infection control
• Promoting a safe and healthy working environment by completing SHEQ alerts and incident reports to the SHEQ Coordinator

Ensuring effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders by

• Conducting in-service orientation on doctor specific preferences
• Execute doctor’s requests and prescriptions after patient rounds
• Assisting in multi-disciplinary team members with the execution of their duties

Ensuring the effective functioning of equipment and instrumentation

• Check equipment and instrumentation are in working condition on a daily basis and report any defaults to Unit Manager and Clinical Engineer
• Educate and supervise staff and doctors on the correct utilization of specialized equipment and instrumentation

Ensuring effective record keeping by

• Ensuring records and accurately completed and stored in accordance with legal and ethical requirements

Requirements

• Relevant Degree or Diploma in Nursing
• Relevant Degree or Diploma in Clinical Technology
• Nurses - Current registration with SANC
• Clinical Technologists (Renal) – Current registration with HPCSA
• Nursing work experience in a Renal Unit
• To administer both acute and chronic dialysis treatments
• Experience and knowledge of all acute and chronic dialysis treatments in ICU and High Care setting
• Must be willing to fulfill a role in the unit according to the flexi-hours system and acute dialysis call system
• Own vehicle with a valid license and flexibility to travel for acute dialysis
• Ability to work with dialysis machines makes and models

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgment
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Organisational awareness
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Teamwork
• Strong Interpersonal skills

Deadline:23rd October,2026

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• Vacancy exists for an Artisan - Mechanical at Life St Georges Hospital, reporting to the Engineering Manager. The successful incumbent will be responsible for ensuring continuous availability of engineering services required for the Hospital infrastructure.

Critical Outputs

• Perform and oversee all mechanical maintenance and repair work within the hospital on a daily basis.
• Carry out repairs and maintenance of hospital plant, equipment, and buildings during breakdowns, shutdowns, and planned maintenance activities.
• Attend to and resolve maintenance requests and enquiries from doctors, hospital departments, and facility users.
• Provide line management with relevant technical information, reports, and feedback as required.
• Supervise the daily inspection, testing, and recording of medical gas alarm systems and medical gas supplies.
• Supervise the daily inspection and maintenance of vacuum pumps and medical air compressor systems.
• Ensure the accurate completion of job cards and provide timely feedback on maintenance activities performed.
• Participate in the standby and call-out roster and respond promptly to emergency maintenance requirements.
• Maintain and contribute to a comprehensive hospital engineering management system in accordance with operational, safety, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• N3 qualification and a recognised Mechanical Trade Test, with relevant mechanical maintenance experience, are essential.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills, with experience in people management, contractor management, and project coordination.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to apply lateral thinking and implement effective solutions.
• Results-driven individual with a proactive, hands-on approach and a strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to take initiative, promote professionalism, and maintain high standards of workmanship.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Valid Code 8 driver's licence and access to a reliable, roadworthy vehicle are essential for standby and callout duties.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and consistently meet deadlines.
• Sound knowledge of and commitment to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) legislation, risk management principles, and safe working practices.
• Strong planning, prioritisation, and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Undertake any other related duties assigned by the Hospital Engineering Manager within the hospital and surrounding facilities. 

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: 26th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse in the General High Care at Life Westville Hospital. The position will report to the Unit Manager, Robyn Anderson. The successful candidates 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.
• 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
• Experience in High Care is essential
• Matric Certificate
• Good planning and organizing skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Time management skills
• Ability to work at a fast pace
• Resilience and stress tolerance
• Strong customer orientation

Competencies

• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication
• Influencing
• Drive & energy
• Excellence orientation     
• Ethical behaviour
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Team player, very energetic, well organized and punctual
• Must be able to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment

Deadline:23rd October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Ward Clerk in the Paediatric Unit at Life St George’s Hospital. 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
• 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 behaviour, 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

• Grade 12 (Matric certificate required) General administrative experience: minimum 2 – 3 years. 
• Previous private health care experience will be advantageous.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office (excel, word) is essential.
• Ability to co-ordinate well: staff and patient bookings, billing and stock control
• Well-developed telephonic and communication skills required Be able to work flexi-hours, especially over month-end times.

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:21st October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary Theatre based at Life Bay View Hospital, reporting to the RN Lettie Swanepoel, Theatre Unit Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the surgical team to perform surgical procedures and to ensure that the patient receive optimal care in accordance with the company and hospital strategic objectives.

Critical Outputs

• Ensuring accurate charging by managing theater clocking time
• Ensuring consignment stock, equipment and prosthetic 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
• Managing usage and care of Equipment
• Ensuring the use of personal protective clothing and complying with ISO requirements
• Ensuring the disposal of medical waste to effectively control infection
• Adhering to sterility principles
• Maintain a healthy relationship with external stakeholders by reporting and escalating unresolved issues to the unit manager

Requirements

• Qualification as an Enrolled Auxiliary Nurse, registration with SANC
• Relevant experience to meet the critical outputs
• Computer proficiency would be a advantage
• Own transport essential
• Must be able to work flexible hours according to Hospital operation needs

Competencies

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

Deadline:26th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Enrolled Nurse specialized based in our ICU at Life Bay View Hospital, reporting to Melinda Verwey Unit Manager ICU. The purpose of this role is to conduct nursing activities to ensure quality patient care.

Critical Outputs

• Conduct duties to meet the requirements of quality patient care, ensuring that all nursing activities carried out comply with SANC regulations, relevant legislations and Life Healthcare policies and procedures
• Maintain all health, safety and infection control standards to ensure a safe patient environment
• Effective utilization of resources
• Effective maintenance of equipment
• Accurate record keeping
• Medication administration under supervision.
• The continued education of patients
• Build effective relationships with patients, doctors and other medical personnel to ensure quality patient care

Requirements

• Qualification as an Enrolled Nurse
• Registration with SANC
• 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
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Accurate assessment and management of the critical care patient.
• Inotrope Knowledge.
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Professional and technical proficiency
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organizational awareness
• Action orientation
• Ethical behavior

Deadline:23rd October,2026

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• A Vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse x 2, based in Ward 9(ortho/Surgical) at Life Bay View Hospital, reporting to Unit Manager B Mbuli.  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:22nd October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Theatre Administrator based at Life Empangeni Private Hospital reporting to the Theatre Unit Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating accurate preference cards to support and sustain a quality and efficient e-billing system. The role also includes providing comprehensive administrative support and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure operational excellence. This position plays a key role in achieving the Company's strategic objectives of Growth, Efficiency, Quality, and Sustainability.

Critical Outputs

• Effective management of preference cards and templates (surgical and anesthetic)
• Edit, update or create new preference cards as required and obtain sign-off from relevant persons
• Load preference cards for theatre cases on the system for the next day’s Theatre lists as well as for any emergency cases
• Effectively monitor Impilo Dashboard and action any errors
• Manual capturing of manual billing on Impilo (stock and equipment)
• Effective capturing of procedure and items required for the electronic theatre register and case Management.
• Achieve optimal system utilization
• Be a super user/champion to assist with Multi-touch screen issues and troubleshooting
• Assist with consignment stock and loan set coordination and management
• Assist in cycle counts and monthly stock takes to achieve hospital variance targets
• Case management communication and capturing of procedures
• Management of stock variance reports in collaboration with the unit manager and stock controller to achieve stock targets.
• Effective people management skills– 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
• The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team

Requirements

• Matric certificate
• Strong administration skills, computer proficiency and attention to detail
• Experience in billing / stock management advantageous
• Working experience within a hospital and theatre environment advantageous
• 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 leadership skills including highly developed skills in communication, problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills and a strong understanding of theatre structure and the role of all personnel

Competencies

• Problem-solving, conflict resolution and negotiation
• Critical Thinking, analysis and judgement
• Organisational Awareness
• Excellence Orientation
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication
• Digital IQ and Computational Thinking
• Building relationships & networking
• Ethical behaviour (honesty)
• Resilience

Deadline:23rd October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary, based in Ward 9 (Ortho/Surgical) at Life Bay View Private Hospital reporting to Unit Manager B Mbuli. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring delivery of uncompromising quality care in line with Company strategic objectives and applicable Health /Nursing legislation.

Critical Outputs
Ensure effective quality management systems by

• Attending and participating in Q programs and ensuring induction training is carried out
• Ensuring monthly Q evaluator cards are completed and report to the shift leader or unit manager
• Attending and participating in review and ward meetings in order to ensure conformance to QMS audit standards
• Performing, understanding and complying with the company infection control standards in order to adhere to PPE standards and procedures
• Adhering to safety measures

Ensure optimum operational efficiencies by

• Ensuring correct and accurate stock administration
• Correctly reporting patient movements on discharge or transfer
• Ensuring correct and proper usage and maintenance of equipment
• Ensuring personal absenteeism is minimised and justified
• Working flexible hours in order to minimize agency costs and show willingness to assist other departments

Ensure effective quality patient care by

• Performing and completing tasks assigned in order to maximize patient care
• Ensuring patient hygiene, comfort and safety is measured in accordance with the nursing care plan
• Following the correct techniques and wearing PPE’s in order to promote the healing of wounds and fractures
• Monitoring and recording patient intake of fluids
• Ensuring the management and preparation of surgical and diagnostic procedures

Effective relationship management with customers by

• Building and maintaining healthy relationships with internal and external customers and supporting all new staff members with the orientation program

Requirements

• Needs to be registered as an Enrolled Nurse Auxiliary with SANC
• Current registration with the relevant professional / regulatory body
• 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

• 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:22nd October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse for Surgical Ward based at Life Anncron Hospital, reporting to a Unit Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing holistic patient care and collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders in line with Company & Hospital strategic objectives.

Critical Outputs
Effective cost management for staff and stock by

• Evaluating employee labour hours and manage debit and credit hours
• Minimising unnecessary stock wastage and facilitating maintenance of equipment

Providing quality patient care by

• Identifying and ensuring staff undergo department specific micro orientation Ensuring daily care rounds are conducted and investigating complaints
• Providing accurate, appropriate and adequate information to patients and family members during hospitalization

Providing effective risk management (SHEQ & infection control) by

• Monitoring and implementing preventative measures to minimize risk
• Comply with ISO requirements in order to facilitate infection control
• Conducting effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Identifying doctor's preferences and stakeholders needs and implement in the working environment

Requirements

• Relevant Degree or Diploma in Nursing
• Surgical experience in a private facility will be an advantage
• Current registration with the relevant professional or regulatory body
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
• Computer proficiency
• Willing to work flexible hours

Competencies

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

Deadline:21st October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Enrolled Nurse – Maternity, based at Life Fourways Hospital,  reporting to the Unit Manager, Precious Mbhele.  The selected candidate will contribute towards the optimal functioning of the nursing team as well as the Doctors through effective interdepartmental liaising, communication, keeping of records in the Unit.

Critical Outputs

• Conduct basic duties as allocated.
• Deliver quality nursing care to patients according to Scope of Practice
• Maintain sound professional relationships with all patients, doctors and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure customer satisfaction
• Comply with all Health, Safety and Infection Control Policies
• Supervise subordinates and provide guidance where necessary.

Requirements

• Registered with SANC as an Enrolled Nurse, with experience in the obstetrics nursing
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good planning and organising skills
• Resilience and stress tolerance
• Strong customer orientation
• Willing to work flexi hours

Competencies

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

Deadline:22nd October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for Registered Nurse - Theatre Qualified, based at Life Mercantile Hospital reporting to Janine Prince, Unit 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 theatre 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 operating room management
• Relevant theatre 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
• Building relationships 
• Resilience
• Customer responsiveness
• Motivating and developing people(Key for Managers)
• Influencing 
• Drive & energy  
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Deadline:20th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Enrolled Nurse  in the Surgical Ward, based at Life Bayview Private Hospital, reporting to Charnelle Jacobs, Unit Manager. The purpose of this role is to conduct nursing activities to ensure quality patient care.

Critical Outputs

• Conduct duties to meet the requirements of quality patient care, ensuring that all nursing activities carried out comply with SANC regulations, relevant legislations and Life Healthcare policies and procedures
• Maintain all health, safety and infection control standards to ensure a safe patient environment
• Effective utilization of resources
• Effective maintenance of equipment
• Accurate record keeping
• The continued education of patients
• Build effective relationships with patients, doctors and other medical personnel to ensure quality patient care

Requirements

• Qualification as an Enrolled Nurse
• Registration with SANC
• 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
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Professional and technical proficiency
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organizational awareness
• Action orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Deadline:22nd October,2026

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• A Vacancy have arisen for the positions of Enrolled nurses in Cardiology at Life Wilgers Hospital, situated in Pretoria. The above positions report to the Unit Manager. The successful candidates will contribute to the effective functioning of this and ensure quality nursing care to all patients

Critical Outputs

• Conduct basic duties as allocated by the Unit Manager. 
• Maintaining excellent patient and customer care in accordance with Life Healthcare standards.
• Maintaining sound relationships and communication with patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team.
• Building professional relationships with doctors and therapists to promote patient-doctor interaction.
• Maintaining all Health, Safety and Infection Control Standards.

Requirements

• Need to be qualified as an Enrolled Nurse and registered with SANC.
• Competencies required: Strong customer orientation, team player, very energetic, well organized.
• Must be able to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
• Strong inter-personal skills required.
• Must be willing to fulfill a role in the theatre according to the flexi-hours system.

Deadline:20th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Enrolled Nurse based at Life New Kensington Hospital, reporting to Calvin Netshiya, Unit Manager. The purpose of this role is to conduct nursing activities to ensure quality patient care.

Critical Outputs

• Conduct duties to meet the requirements of quality patient care, ensuring that all nursing activities carried out comply with SANC regulations, relevant legislations and Life Healthcare policies and procedures
• Maintain all health, safety and infection control standards to ensure a safe patient environment
• Effective utilization of resources
• Effective maintenance of equipment
• Accurate record keeping
• The continued education of patients
• Build effective relationships with patients, doctors and other medical personnel to ensure quality patient care

Requirements

• Qualification as an Enrolled Nurse
• Registration with SANC
• 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
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Professional and technical proficiency
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Action orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Deadline:26th October,2026

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• An exciting vacancy exists for a Unit Manager-Radiation Unit within Life Vincent Pallotti Hospital Oncology Unit, reporting to the Deputy Hospital Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for rendering a quality clinical radiological service, which is effective and efficient.

Critical Outputs

• Lead radiotherapy treatment and planning operations, including stereotactic planning and treatment.
• Ensure delivery of safe, accurate and high-quality radiotherapy services in accordance with international best practice.
• Manage and develop Radiation Therapy staff, including staffing, scheduling, recruitment, performance management, training and competency development.
• Promote staff development, multidisciplinary teamwork, patient-centred care and continuous improvement.
• Oversee clinical workflows, technology and treatment techniques, supporting the implementation of new equipment, techniques and service improvements.
• Establish, maintain and monitor quality assurance programmes, ensuring prescribed standards and protocols are consistently met.
• Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring departmental compliance with quality management systems, organisational policies, regulatory requirements and audit standards including clinical accreditations.
• Compile, analyze and report on monthly departmental statistics across all radiotherapy functions, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timely submission of operational and clinical data.
• Manage day-to-day departmental operations, including equipment, stock, assets, documentation and record keeping.
• Coordinate with Oncologists, Medical Physicists, hospital management and National Oncology Manager to support effective and efficient service delivery.
• Manage operational requirements and contingencies, including equipment downtime, after-hours treatments and continuity of patient care.
• Participate in the development and implementation of departmental strategic goals, objectives and continuous quality improvement initiatives, including procurement and installation of new equipment.
• Oversee treatment coding, medical aid authorisations and reimbursement processes.
• Ensure oncologist and patient satisfaction through high-quality service delivery, continuous improvement and added value.

Requirements

• National Diploma, BTech or BSc in Radiotherapy or BSc/BMedSc Honours in Medical Physics for Medical Physicist applicants.
• Minimum of 10 years’ full-time experience in a radiotherapy environment, including at least 5 years in a senior or leadership role.
• Current registration with HPCSA in the relevant professional category.
• Strong computer literacy.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgment
• Resilience
• Teamwork
• Influencing skills
• Drive and energy
• Business insight
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behavior
• Building relationships & networking
• Customer responsiveness
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Motivating and developing people

Deadline:30th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for Finance & Administration Manager based at Life Kingsbury Hospital reporting to the Hospital Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial results of the business and all its entities (Life Sports Science Hospital and Life Peninsula Eye Hospital) in line with accounting standards and within corporate governance protocols in support of Life Healthcare objectives and strategy.

Critical Outputs
Effective people management

• Demonstrate visible leadership in respect of Life values, operating model and
• Actively sponsor Life initiatives and projects as it relates to the
• Actively participate in hospital MANCO meetings, regional Shaka, RSRT meetings and forums
• Actively lead and manage F&A and HOD feedback meetings and ensure participation from all parties to achieve strategic objectives
• Recruit, retain, motivate and develop staff according to the Life people policies and practices. Accurate financial reporting & analysis
• Responsibility for managing general ledger close and people and processes to adhere to reporting deadlines
• Prepare variance to budget as compared to prior year analysis, report on hospital performance, identify problem areas and take remedial action with staff and Enabling functions as required
• Provide support to Hospital, Nursing and Pharmacy Manager regarding financial analysis and reporting including but not limited to employee costs and stock control

Effective budgeting

• Participate in hospital strategic planning to identify capex projects, developing financial models for proposed plans with local management and enabling functions and assist the hospital manager developing motivations for capex projects
• Develop operating budget, ensure final budget presented matches approved parameters, ensure sign-off of budget by management and communicate approved budget to all units
• Ensure final working capital budget presented reflects the requirements of the operating budget, ensure sign-off by management and communicate approved budget to all units

Effective management of internal controls

• Prepare annual review checklists and manage the internal control environment within the hospital Effective patient services management
• Ensure all credit management targets are met (i.e. internal and external debtors’ days )
• Manage and minimize risk and achieve LHC targets regarding rejections, bad debts, case management write offs and reimbursement codes
• Oversee pre-admission trends with relevant manager and manage appropriately
• Identify problems and take remedial actions with relevant stakeholder’s Effective governance and risk management
• Manage compliance in accordance with executive constraints per corporate governance, report deviations and act where necessary

Effective quality management and customer relations

• Achieve and improve quality metrics, continuously monitor and measure processes to maintain and approve same and actively lead and promote LHC quality drive
• Manage data integrity and compliance according to LHC protocols
• Develop and maintain relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, conduct feedback surveys to monitor relationships and service levels, identify trends and implement remedial actions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Completed Articles
• Charted accountant preferred
• 3-5 years’ Relevant experience, preferably commercial management in a corporate services environment
• Ability to learn industry specifics e. related healthcare terminology.
• Computer proficiency
• High-performance orientation, independence as well as a team player, functional proficiency, initiative and an ability to meet deadlines is essential for this position as is attention to detail and good communication
• Must be able to work under pressure in a continuously changing environment

Competencies

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

Deadline:28th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Patient Services Manager, based at Life Eugene Marais Hospital, reporting to Finance and Admin Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management and co-ordination of patient services resources, processes and operations to achieve the quality, growth and people objectives in order to ensure the optimization of the hospital’s profitability.

Critical Outputs
Ensure effective quality management and customer care by:

• Monitoring and improving quality metrics
• Managing data integrity and compliance to Life working procedures
• Developing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders

Ensure effective people management by:

• Demonstrating visible leadership skills in respect of Life values, operating models and strategies in order to support diversity and transformation
• Actively leading meetings and ensure participation of all members in order to ensure ISO compliance
• Ensuring quality staff members are recruited to fill approved vacancies in accordance with the company’s transformation objectives
• Providing direction and inspiration to ensure staff are motivated and productive
• Managing and reviewing training plans that are compliant to Life’s WSP requirements in order to enable talent development
• Managing the performance of staff through the performance improvement process
• Ensuring all transactional processing is complete in order to provide employee compensation and benefits
• Ensuring productive working relationships are supported with minimum IR issues
• Ensuring all exit interviews are conducted in order to ensure the retention of staff
• Managing people in a manner that respects diversity and ensures a fair work-life balance to ensure employee wellness

Ensure effective and accurate billing by:

• Driving the accurate and timeous billing process to ensure DSO and Shaka targets are achieved
• Managing the bill auditing process in order to achieve accurate billing data
• Ensuring compliance with the clinical code of conduct to ensure the accurate interpretation of a patient event
• Completion and passing of the Life Healthcare ICD and CPT coding course

Ensure effective interpretation & application of contracts and funder rules by:

• Managing the admissions department to ensure that they comply with the funder rules
• Managing the collection of outstanding co-payments from patients
• Reducing and managing the risk associated with RSRT’s by making recommendations regarding patient based data
• Completion and passing of the Life Healthcare Contract Training toolkits
• DRG loss analysis

Facilitating effective cash flow management by:

• Implementing processes from pre-admission to submission of an account in order to ensure DSO targets are achieved
• Implementing cash management processes to prevent losses

Ensure effective operational capabilities by:

• Managing and implementing PS business plans in order to ensure optimal functioning

Governance and risk management:

• Preparing and ensuring sound audit compliances to achieve optimum business ethics
• Participating and developing action plans within the risk management teams to appropriate the correct controls
• Support tip-off investigations

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 OR Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) Degree (e.g. Accounting, Financial Management, Business Management or similar), with proven experience in patient services or revenue cycle management within the private healthcare environment.
• Case Management and Coding Experience
• Minimum of five years relevant private healthcare industry and proven leadership, change and people management experience
• Current registration with the relevant professional / regulatory body where applicable (e.g. SANC)
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage including an understanding of relevant and current legislation as well as the knowledge or ability to learn medical terminology, CPT/ICD coding, technical and clinical concepts and patient services business processes
• Understanding of basic financial principles (i.e. budgets, credit management, planning)
• Computer proficiency
• Driver’s license and ability to travel

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)
• Motivating and developing people (Key for Managers)

Deadline:21st October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Maintenance Assistant, based at Life Cosmos Hospital, Mpumalanga, reporting to the Engineering Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring continuous availability of general building/electrical maintenance services for the Hospital infrastructure.

Critical Outputs

• Responsible for all Maintenance related issues on a day to day basis;
• Responsible for all general maintenance enquiries relating to Doctors and staff
• Execute repairs / tasks as per job card and instructions or Ad hoc request from line Manager
• Provide line managers with relevant information as required
• Supervise the daily inspection of medical gas alarm system and recording of medical gasses
• Supervise the daily inspection of vacuum pumps, medical air compressor, plumbing and general maintenance
• Follow up maintenance schedule for air conditioning and filter

Requirements

• Grade 12 National Senior Certificate or equivalent
• Minimum N3 or equivalent qualification in mechanical
• 3 years’ experience in General Hospital maintenance, plumbing, painting, hospital beds, door locks, carpentry.
• Conversant in English.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills.
• Ability to complete tasks timeously and accurately and be able to work under pressure.
• Eager to learn new systems and to accept work challenges.
• Adhere to NOSA and OHSA acts.
• Be in possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Possibly perform standby duties
• Experience in dealing with customers

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

Deadline:20th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Senior Stock controller at the Life Entabeni Hospital.  The successful candidate will contribute to the effective functioning and co-ordination of stock for Theatres and will report to the Inventory Manager.

Critical Outputs

• Managing the procurement, control and distribution of surgical stock within the Theatre department.
• Utilising and maintaining MRPs within the hospital and daily ordering of stock to ensure a quality pharmaceutical service.
• Asset management to ensure security of stock and to minimize loss due to redundancy.
• Managing and maintaining stock holding and stock days.
• Active involvement in stock-takes and cycle counts including the investigation of variances.
• Dead stock, overstock and short dated stock management.
• Capturing and handling of product complaints.
• Assist with unpacking of stock.
• Consignment & Loan stock dashboards.
• Consignment counts to be completed monthly with investigations.
• Control and distribution of consignment and loan stock.
• Develop and maintain sound relationships with internal customers to achieve co-operation and compliance with audit processes.
• Ensuring a culture of quality in our business and operational excellence.
• Implementing and maintaining the LHC formulary- utilising VBC, Qerent and procurement dashboards to identify opportunities.
• Assist doctors and nursing staff with product queries.
• Doctor discussions pertaining to formulary or best cost conversions.
• Management of Hazardous substances.
• Resolving queries from relevant stakeholders.
• Any other task that the line manager may deem necessary.
• Management of non-recoverable stock.

Requirements

• Grade 12.
• Sound knowledge of at least 3 years on stock control in a hospital environment.
• A working knowledge of SAP will be an advantage.
• Understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage.
• A person who is result orientated, pays attention to detail, has excellent interpersonal as well as communication skills is needed.
• Collaboration with relevant stakeholders such as doctors, nurses and suppliers.
• Customer focus, a commitment towards continuous improvement and the ability to work independently.
• Computer proficiency is essential.
• Knowledge of inventory control, management, processes, procedures and practices.
• Good organizational skills are essential as well as attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Able to work under pressure as well as being able to work as part of a team.

Competencies

• Verbal & written communication and presentation
• Ethical behavior
• Influencing
• Action orientation
• Excellence orientation
• Customer responsiveness
• Drive & energy
• Organisational awareness
• Building relationships

Deadline:20th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Case Manager Specialised Units, based at Life Queenstown Private Hospital, reporting to Yonela Mangesi, Patient Service Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of the financial and clinical administrative risks pertaining to patients in specialised units – Intensive care units, high care units and neonatal intensive care units. 

Critical Outputs
Ensuring operational excellence by 

• Conducting ward rounds and ensuring the accurate complete collection of clinic data from patient files and liaisons with nursing staff and attending clinicians
• Updating accurate clinical information to justify length of stay and level of care to medical funds of specialised unit cases and where operationally required general ward cases.
• Updating and providing the necessary information to funders regarding high value items, limited benefits and protocols as defined by managed care organizations
• Communicating funder requirements / responses to attending clinicians and patients where necessary, and ensuring compliance with industry standards
• Ensuring effective management of real time and manual messaging, including requests, responses, rejections and submissions.
• Ensuring the accurate submission of accounts to funders.
• Complying with governance and risk management requirements by ensuring adherence to patient services policies and procedures
• Ensuring compliance to service level agreements with internal and external stakeholders

Ensuring effective management of revenue by

• Ensuring the accurate and complete coding of patient accounts
• Ensuring the correct application and correct interpretation of funder RSRT contracts and FFS claims
• Reporting RSRT risks identified to the relevant manager

Ensuring effective management of quality outputs by

• Adhering to patient services escalation processes and customer services standards
• Investigating and reporting published alerts incidents and agreeing upon appropriate action with internal and external stakeholders

Ensuring effective management of relationships with internal/external stakeholders by

• Building and maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders
• Providing and facilitating training regarding RSRT contracts
• Providing feedback and information regarding concerns or issues raised by external stakeholders
• Providing feedback on external stakeholders impacting on the efficiency and effectiveness of the case management process
• Escalating doctor non-compliance in terms of RSRT framework to RSRT meetings

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. Experience including proven leadership, change and people management
• Current registration with the relevant professional / regulatory body (South African Nursing Council)
• Understanding of clinical coding, clinical terminology and anatomy, funder rules, co-payments and exclusions
• Working knowledge of COID
• Understanding of business and change management principles
• Computer proficiency

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)
• Motivating and developing people(Key for Managers)

Deadline:21st October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Enrolled Nurse in General ward based at Life Queenstown Private Hospital, reporting to Octavia Guda, Unit Manager. The purpose of this role is to conduct nursing activities to ensure quality patient care.

Critical Outputs

• Conduct duties to meet the requirements of quality patient care, ensuring that all nursing activities carried out comply with SANC regulations, relevant legislations and Life Healthcare policies and procedures
• Maintain all health, safety and infection control standards to ensure a safe patient environment
• Effective utilization of resources
• Effective maintenance of equipment Accurate record keeping
• The continued education of patients
• Build effective relationships with patients, doctors and other medical personnel to ensure quality patient care

Requirements

• Qualification as an Enrolled Nurse
• Registration with SANC
• 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
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement      
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Professional and technical proficiency
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Action orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Deadline:21st October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Registered Nurse in the General Unit, based at Life Queenstown Private Hospital, reporting to Octavia Guda, 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, inter-departmental 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
• Nursing experience in Medical Ward
• 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:21st October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Case Manager General based at Life The Glynnwood, reporting to Patient Services Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial and clinical risks of the patient in a general ward by ensuring accurate coding, clinical updates and accounts submissions of patient hospitalization to achieve strategic objectives.

Critical Outputs
Ensuring the maximisation of revenue by

• Ensuring accuracy of coding
• Ensuring the correct application and interpretation of RSRT’s
• Participating in meetings and reporting losses to RSRT team and recommend corrective actions
• Monitoring insurance verification and workflow processes

Ensuring effective management of quality outputs by

• Performing quality walkabouts and implement corrective measures
• Implementing and monitoring quality improvement programmes
• Adhering to patient services escalation processes in order to achieve QMS targets
• Monitoring Q-evaluator scores and implementing corrective measures
• Investigating internal and external stakeholder complaints
• Ensuring the adherence to customer service standards

Ensuring operational excellence by

• Monitoring submission of accurate accounts to funders
• Updating length of stay and level of care to funders of general ward cases and where operationally required specialised unit cases.
• Releasing care risk targets and submission within two days of discharge
• Ensuring the compliance to LHC policies and managing authorisations and claim submissions, rejections and delays
• Ensuring governance and risk management by monitoring and adhering to patient services policies and procedures
• Ensuring compliance to service level agreements with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring all billing checks are closed by the relevant function areas

Ensuring effective management of relationships with internal/external stakeholders by

• Building and maintaining relationships with internal stakeholders
• Providing feedback and information on concerns or issues raised by internal stakeholders
• Providing and facilitating training regarding RSRT contracts to the relevant internal stakeholders
• Ensuring effective communication with external stakeholders
• Managing escalated concerns from Case Managers with external stakeholders
• Escalating doctor non-compliance in terms of RSRT framework to RSRT meetings

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
• Knowledge of hospital patient services and case management processes
• Knowledge and understanding of CPT & ICD coding
• Knowledge of Funder contracts, scheme rules, exclusions and benefits
• Understanding of private hospital industry and practices
• Computer proficiency

Competencies

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

Deadline:23rd October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for Registered Nurse based at Life Fourways Hospital, reporting to Thenjiwe Ntuli, Unit Manager. The purpose of this role is to conduct nursing activities to ensure 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 proactive 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

• Matric Grade 12
• General Nursing Degree / Diploma
• Registration with SANC
• Diploma in specialty 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
• Nursing Experience in a Medical ward
• Driver’s license and ability to travel

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:21st October,2026

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• Vacancies exist for Theatre Stock Controllers at Life Vincent Pallotti Hospital, reporting to Casilia Moodley, the Inventory Manager. The successful candidates will contribute to the effective functioning of this unit.

Critical Outputs

• Manage and maintain optimal theatre stock levels through effective ordering, receiving, storage, replenishment, and inventory control processes.
• Conduct monthly stock counts, investigate stock variances, and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy and reduce stock losses.
• Drive formulary compliance initiatives through effective product standardisation, product reviews, and stakeholder engagement.
• Support product evaluations, conversions, and the implementation of approved product changes in collaboration with clinicians, nursing staff, and suppliers.
• Manage consignment and loan stock processes in accordance with company policies and procedures, including assisting with regular stock counts and reconciliation activities with supplier representatives.
• Support accurate billing through item master maintenance, stock utilisation reviews, and follow-up on billing discrepancies
• Build and maintain effective relationships with doctors, nursing staff, suppliers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Demonstrate flexibility to meet the operational requirements of the Theatre and Pharmacy departments
• Conduct clerical duties and any other tasks as allocated by the Pharmacy Manager.

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Previous Stock Controller within a healthcare environment is essential.
• SAP experience is essential.
• Consignment stock processes and management experience will be advantageous
• Computer literacy with data analytics is essential
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Responsible and Mature, Team Player, Reliable and trustworthy
• Good interpersonal skills. Customer orientated with a commitment towards continuous improvement.
• Respectful of time and meeting deadlines
• Candidate will need to be self-motivated and self-disciplined. Attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure.

Competencies

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

Deadline:20th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Junior Clinical Engineer Technician, based at Life St Dominic’s Hospital, reporting to Nico Oliphant, Hospital Engineering Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and co-ordination of all major facets associated with medical equipment technology within the hospital.

Critical Outputs
Medical Equipment Asset Management and Maintenance

• Active involvement in maintaining an accurate computerised asset management system as per Group Engineering protocols.
• Active involvement in determining medical equipment replacement requirements for the hospital
• Perform first line repairs, modifications and installations on equipment, utilizing the necessary test equipment, in accordance with the standards and recommendations of original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and/or governing agencies
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections of equipment in line with Group Engineering and OEM protocols
• Control and management of maintenance conducted by suppliers and acceptance thereof
• Obtain and perform pre-acceptance inspections according to ECRI standards on new, demo and loan equipment
• Implement the equipment commissioning process for new equipment as per Group Engineering protocols

Acquisition of Medical Equipment

• Active involvement in the selection and acquisition of medical equipment technology that is fit for purpose and application, and up-to-date with current developments and best practices in the healthcare field
• Consult with Physicians, Nurses and peers in the field, to evaluate equipment and determine the correct specifications and standards of the required equipment as per the Group Engineering protocols
• Be actively involved with the Capex system, understand and manage lease and rental agreements as applied to the hospital
• Active involvement with the ‘supply chain management’ of medical equipment for all growth/new projects as per Group Engineering protocols

Training

• Perform formal operators training and monitor competency compliance by arranging training with vendors for hospital nursing staff and equipment end-users.

Maintain high professional standards

• Ensure professional growth and development through professional affiliations, conferences and available resources, to stay updated within the clinical engineering field

Support National strategic initiatives and contribute to growth

• Participate in Clinical Engineering forums and Projects as determined by Group Engineering
• Evaluate National projects implemented as per Group Engineering protocols.

Requirements

• Diploma in clinical / bio medical engineering or Diploma in electronics
• Experience in maintenance of medical equipment in a clinical environment.
• Member of the Clinical Engineering Association of South Africa (CEASA)
• Experience within, and 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

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

Deadline:23rd October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Enrolled Nurse (Gynae/ Urology/ Vascular/ Surgical) based at Life Flora Hospital, reporting to Odette Vermeulen, Unit Manager. The purpose of this role is to conduct nursing activities to ensure quality patient care.

Critical Outputs

• Conduct duties to meet the requirements of quality patient care, ensuring that all nursing activities carried out comply with SANC regulations, relevant legislation and Life Healthcare policies and procedures
• Clinical leadership qualities (Problem solving, professional technical proficiency, resilience)
• Maintain all health, safety and infection control standards to ensure a safe patient environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and Influence (Verbal and Written, building relationships, customer responsiveness, negotiation)
• Excellence Orientation (Concern for high-quality work, attention to detail):
• Ethical behavior (honesty, ethical principles)
• Ability to set goals and standards for self and team and to develop people (Self-Management, Drive and Energy)
• Effective utilization of resources
• Effective maintenance of equipment
• Accurate record keeping
• The continued education of patients
• Build effective relationships with patients, doctors and other medical personnel to ensure quality patient care

Requirements

• Qualification as an Enrolled Nurse
• Registration with SANC
• Ability to work shifts according to the operational requirements of the hospital
• Ability to adapt to the changing healthcare environment.
• 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
• Professional and technical proficiency
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organizational awareness
• Action orientation
• Ethical behavior

Deadline:23rd October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for Enrolled Nurse: Specialised Unit based at Life Flora Hospital (Coronary Care Unit), reporting to Doreen Shikhibana, Unit Manager. The purpose of this role is to conduct nursing activities to ensure quality patient care.

Critical Outputs

• Conduct duties to meet the requirements of quality patient care, ensuring that all nursing activities carried out comply with SANC regulations, relevant legislations and Life Healthcare policies and procedures
• Maintain all health, safety and infection control standards to ensure a safe patient environment
• Effective utilization of resources
• Effective maintenance of equipment
• Accurate record keeping
• The continued education of patients
• Build effective relationships with patients, doctors and other medical personnel to ensure quality patient care

Requirements

• Qualification as an Enrolled Nurse
• Registration with SANC
• 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
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Professional and technical proficiency
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Action orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Deadline:20th October,2026

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• A position has become available for a Permanent Social Worker, based at Life St. Dominic’s Rehabilitation Unit, reporting to Carina Basset, Therapy Services Coordinator. Life Rehabilitation is part of an expanding network of rehabilitation units within Life Healthcare Group.

Critical Outputs

• Evaluation, programme planning and treatment of patients admitted to the unit
• Education of patients and their families about patient’s condition
• Setting of common psychosocial goals with patients and the team
• Co-ordination of family meetings and feedback to families and employees
• Co-ordination of counselling programs
• Co-ordination of discharge planning including placement if required
• Co-ordination of return work planning in conjunction with the Occupational therapist
• Active participation in continuous professional development activities of the unit
• Building relationships with referring doctors and therapists

Requirements

• Applicants need to have a degree in Social Work with a special interest in neurological rehabilitation
• Experience in neurological related counselling and discharge planning would be an advantage
• Ability to work in a team environment is essential
• The candidate will need to demonstrate commitment to quality patient care and customer satisfaction
• Able to work some weekends and public holidays

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
• Flexibility

Deadline:20th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Enrolled Nurse based at Life Westville Hospital, reporting to Lucelle Pillay , Unit Manager. The purpose of this role is to conduct nursing activities to ensure quality patient care.

Critical Outputs

• Conduct duties to meet the requirements of quality patient care, ensuring that all nursing activities carried out comply with SANC regulations, relevant legislations and Life Healthcare policies and procedures
• Maintain all health, safety and infection control standards to ensure a safe patient environment
• Effective utilization of resources
• Effective maintenance of equipment Accurate record keeping
• The continued education of patients
• Build effective relationships with patients, doctors and other medical personnel to ensure quality patient care

Requirements

• Qualification as an Enrolled Nurse
• Registration with SANC
• Matric Certificate
• 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
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement  
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Professional and technical proficiency
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Action orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Deadline:20th October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for an Enrolled Nurse based at Life Nkanyisa Baneng Care Centre, reporting to the Unit Manager. The purpose of this role is to conduct nursing activities to ensure quality patient care.

Critical Outputs

• Conduct duties to meet the requirements of quality patient care, ensuring that all nursing activities carried out comply with SANC regulations, relevant legislations and Life Healthcare policies and procedures
• Maintain all health, safety and infection control standards to ensure a safe patient environment
• Effective utilization of resources
• Effective maintenance of equipment
• Accurate record keeping
• The continued education of patients
• Build effective relationships with patients, doctors and other medical personnel to ensure quality patient care

Requirements

• Matric
• Qualification as an Enrolled Nurse
• Registration with SANC
• 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
• Computer proficiency would be an advantage

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Attention to detail
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Professional and technical proficiency
• Excellence orientation
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Action orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Deadline:23rd October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a HVAC Artisan based at Life St. Dominic’s 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

• Matric/Grade 12
• 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

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

Deadline:21st October,2026

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• A vacancy exists for a Receptionist based at Eugene Marais Radiology, reporting to the Line Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for capturing patient information, make bookings, check medical aid validity, take payments.

Critical Outputs

• Telephone answering duties as per LHC policies.
• Providing a prompt, courteous service to all patients, visitors, wards, doctors, colleagues and other hospitals.
• Improve patient satisfaction and patient centricity.
• Adhering to all related protocols.
• Be able to self-manage work load, but also work effectively in a team environment.
• Need to be able to perform under pressure.
• Friendly disposition.
• Needs to be result orientated, pays attention to detail, has excellent interpersonal as well as communication skills.
• Record patient details onto computer system accurately.
• Ensure that the throughput of patients for procedures is maintained at a steady pace with as little delay as possible.
• Ensure patient details are correct every time they undergo an x-ray.
• Ensure, if possible, that all patients are attended to on the day.
• To take payments and cash up daily.
• Provide a professional first class customer focused Reception service. 
• Dealing with a wide variety of people and queries in a helpful and courteous manner, being sympathetic to the various needs of the staff and visitors.
• An environment conducive to efficiency and productivity is created and always maintained.
• The working environment is kept free of hazards and clutter.
• Assist with Accounts and Account queries.
• Any other duties that may be required from time to time.

Requirements

• Matric / Grade 12
• Fully computer literate with well-developed skills in email and relevant software programs
• Ability to perform after hours work, weekend work and night shifts.
• Own transport or a valid driver’s license is essential.
• Ability to work with people.
• Able to work alone.
• Able to work under pressure.

Competencies

• Problem-solving/analysis
• Planning & organising
• Pays attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills is needed
• 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
• Commitment towards continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently
• Good time management
• Honesty and reliability

Deadline:23rd October,2026