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Director of Clinical Services SYS-48144

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Job summary

Director of Clinical Services

Full Time Permanent

Competitive salary plus benefits

We have an opportunity for aDirector of Clinical Servicesto join their team of staff in theSenior Management department.

This is afull timerole for37.5 hours a week.

Main duties of the job

  • A Director of Clinical Services is responsible for providing clinical direction and strong, professional leadership to all clinical staff including nursing, allied health professionals and medical staff either directly employed or working under practising privileges.
  • The Director of Clinical Services must lead and drive the delivery of excellent clinical standards of care within all clinical areas, driving a culture of patient safety, clinical effectiveness and continuous improvement of the patient experience.
  • As a member of the Senior Management Team the Director of Clinical Services must ensure the hospital teams provision of safe, effective, caring and responsive patient care in a safe, high-quality clinical environment in a way which maximises the financial and operational performance of the hospital. The Director of Clinical Services has a responsibility to ensure all appropriate measures are taken to maintain, promote and safeguard the wellbeing and interests of patients, employees and visitors.

About us

The Chaucer Hospitalin Canterburyis part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

Circle Health Group are proud to be recognised as one of the UKs 25 best big companies to work for and one of the 10 best companies to work for in the health and social care sector.

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group is committed to offering competitive starting salaries and access to a wide range of employee benefits, including:

  • 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
  • Management Bonus Scheme
  • Private Pension Scheme
  • Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
  • Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
  • Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
  • Non-contributory life insurance
  • Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
  • Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
  • Employee recognition programmes
  • Industry leading training and development opportunities

and much more!

Details

Date posted

19 July 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Competitive salary plus benefits

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0196-23-0181

Job locations

Chaucer Hospital

Nackington Road

Canterbury

Kent

CT4 7AR


Job description

Job responsibilities

  • A Director of Clinical Services is responsible for providing clinical direction and strong, professional leadership to all clinical staff including nursing, allied health professionals and medical staff either directly employed or working under practising privileges.
  • The Director of Clinical Services must lead and drive the delivery of excellent clinical standards of care within all clinical areas, driving a culture of patient safety, clinical effectiveness and continuous improvement of the patient experience.
  • As a member of the Senior Management Team the Director of Clinical Services must ensure the hospital teams provision of safe, effective, caring and responsive patient care in a safe, high-quality clinical environment in a way which maximises the financial and operational performance of the hospital. The Director of Clinical Services has a responsibility to ensure all appropriate measures are taken to maintain, promote and safeguard the wellbeing and interests of patients, employees and visitors.

Job description

Job responsibilities

  • A Director of Clinical Services is responsible for providing clinical direction and strong, professional leadership to all clinical staff including nursing, allied health professionals and medical staff either directly employed or working under practising privileges.
  • The Director of Clinical Services must lead and drive the delivery of excellent clinical standards of care within all clinical areas, driving a culture of patient safety, clinical effectiveness and continuous improvement of the patient experience.
  • As a member of the Senior Management Team the Director of Clinical Services must ensure the hospital teams provision of safe, effective, caring and responsive patient care in a safe, high-quality clinical environment in a way which maximises the financial and operational performance of the hospital. The Director of Clinical Services has a responsibility to ensure all appropriate measures are taken to maintain, promote and safeguard the wellbeing and interests of patients, employees and visitors.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Registered Nurse Level 1 or Registered practitioner / Diploma / relevant Health Speciality Degree/ Degree Level qualification
  • Evidence of relevant professional development, both clinically, managerially, preferably evidenced by a registered qualification with the NMC, HCPC or GPC
  • Ability to motivate a team of clinical professionals
  • Proficient in the use of a PC, including the use of software and systems
  • Knowledge of NHS Standard Contract requirements
  • Experience of working in the Independent Sector
  • Professional experience across more than one clinical speciality or discipline
  • Understanding of service re-design, clinical pathways and system reform
  • Commercial experience
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Registered Nurse Level 1 or Registered practitioner / Diploma / relevant Health Speciality Degree/ Degree Level qualification
  • Evidence of relevant professional development, both clinically, managerially, preferably evidenced by a registered qualification with the NMC, HCPC or GPC
  • Ability to motivate a team of clinical professionals
  • Proficient in the use of a PC, including the use of software and systems
  • Knowledge of NHS Standard Contract requirements
  • Experience of working in the Independent Sector
  • Professional experience across more than one clinical speciality or discipline
  • Understanding of service re-design, clinical pathways and system reform
  • Commercial experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Circle Health Group

Address

Chaucer Hospital

Nackington Road

Canterbury

Kent

CT4 7AR


Employer's website

https://www.circlehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Circle Health Group

Address

Chaucer Hospital

Nackington Road

Canterbury

Kent

CT4 7AR


Employer's website

https://www.circlehealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Senior Management Department

01227825100

Details

Date posted

19 July 2023

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Competitive salary plus benefits

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

E0196-23-0181

Job locations

Chaucer Hospital

Nackington Road

Canterbury

Kent

CT4 7AR


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