General Manager – Medical / Health (Management) – Sierra Leone

Reference: NA2039
Salary:
Start: ASAP

CA Global: Medical (Africa Positions) has an international client who is looking for an experienced General Manager to head up their Diagnostic Centre in Freetown, Sierra Leone.

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 8 years’ experience in Pathology laboratory.
• At least 5 years Laboratory Management experience within a Clinical Pathology facility.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.
• Knowledge of Medical Imaging an advantage.
• Financial/Business Management OR Supervisor Diploma or Certificate.
• Must be able to carry out administrative work accurately and timely.
• Must be able to write Monthly Board Reports on the activities of the Diagnostic Centre.
• Must have Advanced knowledge of Instrumentation and Methodologies.
• Must have Advanced knowledge of MS Office such as Excel and Word.
• Must have Advanced theoretical knowledge of test procedures.
• Must have Advanced understanding of Medical Pathology Procedures.
• Must have good communication, people management and customer service skills.
• Must have well developed numerical skills (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication,
• Division, Percentages and Ratios).
• National Diploma in Medical technology (Clinical Pathology) or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge in budget preparation and management thereof.
• Thorough knowledge of HR practices and disciplinary procedures required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the laboratory and Imaging Departments to ensure strategic goals are met.
• Compile and manage the budget in order to control expenses and ensure correct
• allocation of funds and to drive efficiency.
• Compile and manage short and long term strategic goals to ensure alignment with
• company objectives to obtain maximum effectiveness.
• Ensure efficient workflow in the laboratory and imaging department.
• Maintain good client relations in order to promote the image of ECOMED.
• Manage and monitor laboratory and imaging staff in order to ensure that the strategy
• goals of ECOMED are achieved.
• Manage QC procedures and accreditation processes.
• Must be prepared to work overtime, weekends, and public holidays when required.
• Perform operational management tasks in order to ensure operational efficiencies and
• constantly look for and introduce initiatives that will improve service levels.
• Process routine bench work in lab in order to ensure efficient processing of specimens if
• necessary.

COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent Interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to analyse systems, and be flexible and adaptable.
• Must be able to handle conflict well, manage staff and processes effectively.
• Must be able to relate well to clients and build effective relationships which support a
• high level of customer service.
• Must be able to work under pressure.
• Must demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
• Must have sound management skills in planning, organising and controlling.
• Must have well developed leadership skills.
• Relate effectively to internal and external clients, suppliers and all relevant stakeholders.
• Team player.
• Well-developed practical problem solving, decision making and analytical skills.

If you meet these requirements and you feel that you are suitable for this position, then please send through a copy of your updated CV to Nana Adom-Aboagye: nana@caglobalint.com