Deputy Medical Director - Acute Services

Title:                     Deputy Medical Director Acute Services
Tenure:                 Substantive Appointment                      
Hours:                   Full Time (7 programmed activities sessions per week allocated for this post)        
Remuneration:     Consultant Grade Salary: £96,963 - £128,841 per annum (pro rata part-time) plus an annual management fee for
                             this role is payable, £25,000 
Location:              JB Russell House, Gartnavel Royal Hospital, 1055 Great Western Road, Glasgow G12 0XH 

Relocation package available where appropriate 

Job Reference: 196109

About Us

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is the largest healthcare system in the UK with an annual revenue budget of c. £3.2 billion, employing around 40,000 staff. We deliver local services to a population of over 1.2 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national clinical services are included. 

We are now seeking applications for this key senior management appointment:

The Role

The Deputy Medical Director- Acute Services reports to and works with th e Chief Operating Officer along with other members of the Acute Senior Management Team to provide medical leadership across the range of Acute Services in NHSGGC. 

The successful candidate will demonstrate previous medical management experience within Acute/Health and Social care or Public Health services, strong influencing and leadership qualities and the ability to inspire the confidence and respect of colleagues to lead and deliver on key professional and service objectives.

The post carries an annual management fee (currently £25,000) and a time allowance equivalent of 7 Programmed Activities, which will be discussed on an individual basis to determine the split between direct clinical care and supporting professional activities. 

The post holder will provide professional leadership to medical staff within acute services, promoting a culture of continuous quality improvement and ensuring there are robust systems in place to monitor, review and improve clinical performance in line with Professional standards.

The post holder will directly influence the strategic direction of the acute sector, and will support the Chief Operating Officer and the Executive Medical Director to plan high quality, economic, safe, efficient and patient-centred services in compliance with local and national targets. 
Candidates should possess and demonstrate evidence of core leadership competencies including:

1.     Strategic Focus
2.     Collaborative/ Partnership approach
3.     Achieving results and making decisions 
4.     Influencing and Persuading 
5.     Managing Change 
6.     In-depth Problem Solving & Analysis
7.     Quality Improvement
8.     Managing Self, Others and Resources
9.     Leadership Insight and Impact
10.   Relationship Management
11.   Improving Clinical Services
12.   Setting Direction

Informal enquiries will be welcomed by:

    Dr Scott Davidson, Medical Director on /  email: scott.davidson@nhs.scot
    William Edwards, Chief Operating Officer on   email: william.edwards@nhs.scot 

Key Dates

• Application Closing Date:              23:59, Thursday 19th September 2024
• Preliminary Assessment Stage:    Tuesday, 24th September 2024
• Peer Panel Event:                            Friday, 27th September 2024
• Interview Date:                                 Thursday, 3rd October 2024

Application Process: Candidates are invited to apply via the NHS Scotland Recruitment system. NHS Scotland does not accept CVs; instead, candidates must click on the Apply for Job button on the NHS Scotland job portal NHS Scotland | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Jobs Page to access, complete, and submit the online application form. 
Further Information and Assistance: For further details on how to apply and to complete the NHS Scotland Online Application Form, visit NHS Scotland | Jobs | Search here for your perfect career - Jobs Page, select Employer > Greater Glasgow and Clyde > Job Type > Executive Level > Job Reference No. 196109
Equality and Diversity Commitment: NHS Scotland is dedicated to promoting equality and diversity within its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is to have a workforce that is truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. Applications are welcomed from all sections of society.
Right to Work in the UK: Regardless of nationality, all candidates must undergo a Right to Work in the UK check as part of the recruitment process. From 1st July 2021, proof of EU Settlement status will be required to demonstrate the Right to Work in the UK. Further information can be found at EU Settlement Scheme.
Armed Forces Covenant: NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging to be a Forces Friendly Employer. The organisation supports applications from the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience, and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
Disability Confident Employer: As a Disability Confident Employer, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is committed to ensuring that prospective candidates are not disadvantaged during the recruitment and selection process. 

Reasonable adjustments are offered throughout all stages of the recruitment process. For further information or support, please contact Heather Silvester, Recruitment Lead, at heather.silvester@ggc.scot.nhs.uk.

Find out more about NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde at www.nhsggc.org.uk