Unit Manager

About the company

As a total solution provider of medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging, Nipro is continuously committed to improving patient outcomes and quality of life. We are part of a large global network headed by Nipro Corporation Japan, an industry-leading healthcare company with over 38,000 employees worldwide. Our Nipro Medical and Universal Renal Care (URC) South Africa offices, have a large geographical footprint across the country (Gauteng, KwaZulu Natal, Limpopo, North-West, Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga, Free State, Northern Cape) and we are home to Nipro Medical EMEA.

For Universal Renal Care South Africa, we are looking for a Unit Manager who will be embedding patient-centred care, driving clinical excellence, promoting ethical behaviour, ensuring compliance, and supporting innovation.

About the role:

This is a full-time, Unit Manager role based in Tzaneen, Limpopo. The Unit Manager will manage the daily clinical, operational, and administrative functions of a dialysis unit, ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and efficient resource utilisation.

How you will contribute:

• Manage and coordinate tasks in the unit, including patient care and scheduling, staff scheduling, and workflow optimization.
• Build a positive environment and teamwork through effective engagement with staff.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external staff training to ensure training is completed timeously within set deadlines.
• Drive compliance with all regulations and standards related to clinical, stock management, HR and finance processes.
• Provide direct patient care as required according to professional qualification as Registered Nurse/ Clinical Technologist scope and serve as a clinical resource for the dialysis team on the floor.
• Conduct orientation and ongoing training of new employees and sessional workers.
• Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and process efficiencies.
• Conduct doctor’s rounds to ensure effective communication and coordination between

stakeholders.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to patient care and staffing.
• Submit monthly and weekly clinical management reports and billing documentation timeously within deadlines.
• Assist with preparation and coordination of blood samples and requisition forms according to doctor’s and funder’s requirements.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
• Actively manage unit cost control efforts.
• Act as a liaison between patients, families, and doctors to address concerns and resolve issues.
• Comply with POPIA regulations.
• Participate in strategic planning and quality initiatives to meet organizational requirements.

What you bring to URC:

• National Senior Certificate (Matric)
• Registered Nurse or Clinical Technologist Qualification
• Current registration as a Professional Nurse OR Clinical Technologist with SANC/HPCSA and proof of valid practicing license.
• Sufficient experience in dialysis of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Competence in electronic medical records, basic computer literacy, and accurate clinical documentation.

Preferred Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of dialysis treatment modalities, equipment, and related patient care protocols.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to guide a team of healthcare professionals.
• Clinical governance knowledge
• Financial and operational management skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making

Why you should apply?

• Join a growing and reputable Renal company
• Be part of a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Enjoy opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Work in an environment that values innovation, diversity, and employee well-being.

Closing date: Interested candidates who meet the requirements are invited to apply by forwarding a comprehensive CV to urcsa.recruitment@nipro-group.com by 10 August 2026.

NIPRO delivers on its purpose to help all people Live Longer. Live Better.

Our purpose is grounded in care, respect, and a deep commitment to the well-being of every life we touch—patients, partners, and team members. We believe that every colleague at NIPRO plays a vital role in our mission: to push innovation forward, improve patient outcomes, and make world-class healthcare accessible to all.

Respect is active and essential at NIPRO - it is our way of working, thinking, and growing together. We promote an environment where people feel safe to contribute, constructive ideas flow freely, and every person is treated with dignity.