Head of Clinical Services

We are looking for a Head of Clinical Services to join the team at Winfield Hospital in Gloucester. This role is integral part of the Senior Leadership team at Winfield Hospital. The right candidate will need to be committed to delivering the highest quality clinical outcomes in a supported environment, where you will be valued for your skills and expertise. You will work in close partnership with the Hospital Director, Finance manager, and the Operations manager as part of the Senior Leadership Team. Providing strong leadership, direction and operational management to support and meet the business and workforce objectives of the hospital and Ramsay Health Care as a whole. Commitment to the development of high quality evidence based acute care, combined with personal drive, enthusiasm, creativity and resilience. Leadership to Clinical teams and deputising for the HD when they are not on site.

• A strong clinical background in acute elective surgical/medical care
• NMC or HCPC Registered
• Significant exposure in a senior clinical role to external stakeholders such as Consultants and the health care community
• Experience of working in a surgical environment
• Experience in clinical governance, development and administration of budgets, management reports and supply contracts
• The ability to provide effective monitoring and management of resources needed to sustain agreed activity levels
• Experienced in leading clinically based projects
• The ability to develop effective working relationships with key stakeholders e.g. Integrated Care Systems, General Practitioners, Consultants and Suppliers
• A proven track record of leadership and be able to manage a team, ensuring that the Hospital complies with CQC requirements.
• A Comprehensive understanding of relevant legal and professional care/practice standards
• The competence to provide effective monitoring and management of the clinical services
• Excellent communication and rapport building skills
• The ability to make decisions and use your initiative
• Passion to deliver outstanding care in a rewarding environment
• A flexible and positive attitude
Experience or some understanding of business acumen would be beneficial., 3 - 5 years of experience Bachelor

This role is based at Winfield Hospital, which is a leading private hospital on the outskirts of Gloucester. We have three fully equipped, laminar flow theatres, with a six-bedded recovery, a dedicated and JAG accredited endoscopy unit, and twelve outpatient consulting rooms with associated examination and treatment facilities. Other outpatient facilities include physiotherapy, pharmacy, audiology, radiology, ultrasound, MRI and CT. Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years' experience. It is well respected within the healthcare industry and is one of the leading providers of independent hospital services in England. We love people with a positive, "can do" attitude who want to make a difference in their work. "Our employees are Ramsay." The skills and commitment of our employees forms the basis for our success. "The Ramsay Way" culture recognises that people - staff and doctors - are Ramsay Health Care's most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. All offers of employment in respect of this appointment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all.

In return for your professionalism and commitment we offer the following competitive benefits:
• Access to the Ramsay Academy - genuine opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in your career.
• Contributory pension scheme
• 25 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays plus the opportunity to buy/sell more
• Private Healthcare and Life Assurance
• Free parking and a subsidised staff restaurant
• Free uniform
• Access to our employee Discount Programme
• Wellbeing centre and access to 24/7 employee assistance line for free advice
• Free DBS checking
• Long service, Employee recognition and appreciation awards
• A friendly sportive hospital environment.