Clinical Lead for Obstetric Theatres and Recovery

The Clinical Leader has continuing responsibility for the delivery, assessment and evaluation of quality patient care within the speciality of obstetric theatres and recovery.

They will provide leadership and vision in theatres and recovery for the Directorate.

They will lead in developing junior staff, and provide management support to the Directorate Management Team. Clinical and managerial roles will overlap, as the needs of the service dictate.

They will also work as part of the Operational Band 7 and senior midwifery management team to meet departmental objectives and support and develop the work of the obstetric theatre service including staff training and development., To provide management for the team of staff within obstetric theatres and recovery, for the smooth and effective running of the service, in accordance with UHB and Theatre Service policy and practice, and exercising appropriate leadership. To supervise the day-to-day work provided by the Obstetric Teams, in delivering service objectives. To maintain and utilise expert knowledge of the speciality teams utilising the theatres, theatre practice and healthcare issues, supporting and guiding the team to deliver service objectives.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.

Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.