Position Purpose\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tJoin the dynamic Medscheme Health Professionals Strategy Unit\u2014a team committed to advancing care quality, improving efficiency, and expanding access across all AfroCentric Medscheme-administered medical schemes through a range of innovative Healthcare Provider-focused Initiatives and Programs.
\n\tIn this role, you will support the Product Owner in shaping strategy, designing impactful product experiences, and collaborating across teams\u2014specifically within the area of Family Practice Network Management. Your focus will be on supporting and implementing strategic programs that promote high-quality, appropriate care within, among other, the Family Practice environment.
\n\tThis opportunity is ideally suited for a Medical Doctor in the early stages of their career, with experience in Family Practice and a passion for effecting meaningful change within the private healthcare sector by transitioning from clinical care to clinical management. A strong interest in Healthcare Administration, Governance, Program Implementation, and Leadership will be of value.
\n\tThe ideal candidate should be confident and capable in leading meetings, chairing discussions, and engaging with both internal teams and external healthcare providers. Strong written communication skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools\u2014like PowerPoint and Excel\u2014for preparing presentations, reports, and analytical summaries. One should demonstrate a strong willingness to learn, grow, and continuously expand their professional skill set in a dynamic and evolving managed care environment.<\/p>\n
Key Accountabilities\u00a0<\/p>\n
Driving Care-Quality and Efficiency Initiatives Within Family Practice Networks<\/p>\n
\tSupporting the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality and performance measurement tools for family practitioners.
\n\tCollaborating with internal teams, including actuarial analytics and operations, to ensure clinical relevance and alignment with strategic goals.
\n\tActing as a liaison between the organization and healthcare providers, managing clinical queries and providing guidance on quality improvement initiatives.
\n\tLeading and overseeing processes that evaluate and support practice-level performance enhancements.
\n\tEngaging regularly with network providers through various channels to promote best practices and support the broader outcomes management strategy.<\/p>\n
Leading the Family Practitioner Peer Mentorship Outreach Program<\/p>\n
\tLead and manage the Family Practice Peer Mentorship Outreach Program, including strategy, rollout, and relationship coordination.
\n\tIdentify and engage Family Practices who may benefit from mentorship based on performance insights. Monitor outcomes and assess the impact of mentorship on clinical quality and network alignment.
\n\tSupport the Product Owner in identifying, developing, and implementing initiatives and programs related to Family Practice, Value-Based Care, and Primary Care Delivery within the managed care environment.<\/p>\n
Qualification and Experience\u00a0<\/p>\n
Experience<\/p>\n
4 \u2013 8 years\u2019 experience including:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\t\u00a0Experience as Medical Doctor in General Practice in the Private Healthcare Sector.
\n\t\u00a0Experience in the Private Healthcare Industry as a whole.
\n\t\u00a0Leadership and Management Experience, healthcare, or non-healthcare related.
\n\t\u00a0Strategic thinking.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
\tRelevant medical degree – MBCHB<\/p>\n
Knowledge:<\/p>\n
\t\u00a0Health legislation and regulatory
\n\tHealth Care Industry
\n\tKnowledge, application and improvement of policies and procedures<\/p>\n
Skill:<\/p>\n
\tAction Orientated
\n\tManage Complexity
\n\tEncourage Engagement
\n\tDemonstrates self-awareness
\n\tPurpose driven focus
\n\tEmpathetic
\n\tHighly self-motivated and directed
\n\tProblem solving and decision-making skills
\n\tProject Management
\n\tQuality driven
\n\tAnalytical skills
\n\tCoaching skills
\n\tComputer Technology Skills
\n\tMicrosoft Suite
\n\tAbility to think creatively and innovatively
\n\tActive Listening skills
\n\tInterpersonal Skills
\n\tAttention to detail
\n\tCollaborative skills
\n\tAccountability
\n\tMechanical Thinking
\n\tAbility to build trust
\n\tReceptive to feedback<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.afrocentric.za.com\/ ) or<\/p>\n
www.linkedin.com<\/p>\n
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