Clinical Service Manager – Surgical Services - #1702211

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is the largest health organisation in Scotland providing acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of 1.2 million in 6 local authority areas. The Board is embarking on a period of transformational change developing new models of care, delivering safe, effective and person-centred care. This will be driven by innovation and the opportunities presented by new technology and the digital age.

The Acute Sector provides a complex range of Hospital services across the population of Greater Glasgow and Clyde. In addition, the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital will be designated as a major trauma centre from 2021. An opportunity has arisen to join the Regional Services Directorate Management Team in a role with responsibility for the surgical Services which include Neurosurgery, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS), Interventional Neuroradiology, Institute of Neurological Sciences (INS) Theatres, Anaesthetics and Critical Care, Adult Cleft Services and OMFS Prosthetic Laboratories. The post holder is also responsible for the management of preassessment outpatient services.

You will report to the General Manager for Neurosciences, OMFS, Rehabilitation Medicine, Spinal Injuries and WestMARC and have responsibility for developing and implementing services within key acute service areas ensuring there is a clear focus on the delivery of a range of high quality, safe and efficient patient centred services to meet local and national targets.

With strong influencing and leadership qualities you will require to evidence significant experience in operational management in a healthcare or equivalent complex environment. You will have the ability to inspire confidence and respect, to lead and deliver in a politically sensitive and demanding environment. Key to the success of this role will be the ability to contribute to the development of a strong, patient-focused culture which encourages initiative, individual and team responsibility and open communication.

If you believe you have the leadership competencies we require for such an important role we look forward to receiving your application.

Informal Contact: Cathy McLean, General Manager at [email protected] or 0141 201 2208.

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