Clinical Business Partner (Clinical Operations)

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Main Focus Areas Vacancy | Clinical Business Partner (Clinical Operations) Lenmed is a respected and fast-growing healthcare group committed to delivering world-class clinical outcomes and exceptional patient care. As a proudly global organisation with a growing international presence, including recent expansion into the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) states, we are deeply invested in the communities we serve and the dedicated professionals who bring our vision to life. Guided by our vision to be a leading global provider of person-centred healthcare driven by compassion, excellence, and innovation, we place people at the heart of everything we do. Our purpose is to create healthy and prosperous communities that inspires us to go beyond care, working collaboratively to ensure sustainable impact across every region we serve. About us: At Lenmed, our strength lies in our people, skilled, compassionate individuals committed to accessible, innovative healthcare. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and personal growth, supported by strong leadership and a clear strategic direction. Role Summary: The Clinical Business Partner (Clinical Operations) will provide support to hospitals across the Lenmed Group by embedding approved clinical standards into daily operations. Acting as a key link between hospital clinical teams, the Chief Medical Office and Group Operations, the role supports safe, high-quality, and efficient care through clinical risk identification, practical operational guidance, compliance monitoring, and collaborative improvement initiatives. Key Performance Areas: (include but are not limited to) The successful candidate will perform, inter alia, the following key performance areas: Key Performance Areas: - Support implementation and consistent adoption of approved Group clinical standards and protocols across hospitals. - Liaise between hospital teams, Group Operations, and the Chief Medical Office to resolve clinical-operational issues and implement approved policy changes. - Identify, monitor, and escalate clinical risks, adverse-event trends, and regulatory compliance gaps; coordinate corrective actions. - Provide clinical-operational support to hospital leadership, troubleshoot service delivery challenges, and recommend sustainable improvements. - Support patient safety and quality initiatives, including infection prevention and control, medication safety, and incident reduction. - Build strong relationships with clinicians and operational leaders, facilitate stakeholder forums and share learning across hospitals. - Coach and support hospital clinical teams, identify capability gaps and facilitate training on approved standards and protocols. Post Requirements: (include but are not limited to) Minimum Required Education: - MBChB or equivalent medical qualification recognised for the required HPCSA registration category. - A postgraduate qualification in Healthcare Management, Public Health, Clinical Governance, or a related field will be advantageous. Inherent Requirements: - Current HPCSA registration in the applicable Medical and Dental Professions Board category, in good standing (specific category subject to role verification). - 7 to 10 years of clinical practice, with 3 to 5 years in senior hospital leadership, clinical governance, or operational support. - Experience implementing clinical protocols, managing clinical risk and compliance, improving patient safety and engaging stakeholders in complex hospital environments. - Willingness and ability to travel regularly between Lenmed hospitals and attend to material clinical escalations when reasonably required. - Maintain applicable professional registration, CPD, competence and any required Lenmed credentialing. - Comply with confidentiality, patient information governance and applicable clinical, occupational health and safety requirements. Personal Attributes - Strategic thinker with sound clinical judgement and practical problem-solving ability. - High integrity, ethical judgement, and commitment to patient safety. - Resilient, adaptable, and able to identify and escalate risks proactively. - Collaborative communicator who can influence, mentor, and build trusted stakeholder relationships. - Evidence-driven, improvement-focused and committed to clinical excellence. Application Process: If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in healthcare and meet the requirements for this critical leadership role, we invite you to bring your expertise, your heart, and your commitment to excellence to Lenmed. Join us in shaping a healthier, more prosperous future for our patients, our communities, and our people. Candidates who meet the minimum criteria will be subjected to an interview and evaluation process. Please note that previous employers and references will be contacted, and qualifications, credit, and criminal records will be verified. Candidates will also be required to disclose all financial interests. To apply, please submit a covering letter, a comprehensive CV, original certified copies of your qualifications, ID document, and driver’s license. Kindly include the names and contact details of three references from current and previous employers. Applications must be submitted via e-mail to Jackie Naicker Jackie.naicker@lenmed.co.za Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not receive a response within 3 months from closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Closing Date: 06 November 2026

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