Deputy Medical Director - Corporate

Title:                     Deputy Medical Director – Corporate 

Tenure:                 Substantive Appointment                      

Hours:                   Full Time (5 programmed activities sessions per week allocated for this post)        

Remuneration:   Consultant Grade Salary: £91,474 - £121,548 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: 131040

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 expressions of interest for the post of Deputy Medical Director - Corporate.

About the role

Successful candidates will demonstrate previous medical management experience within either Acute, Primary Care, Mental Health 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.

This role will carry a time allowance equivalent to 5 programmed activities, which will be discussed on an individual basis to determine the split between direct clinical care and supporting professional activities. Remuneration will be per NHS Scotland Consultant contract with an annual Management Fee of £25,000.  It is expected that prospective candidates may wish to continue some clinical sessions in addition to Deputy Medical Director’s sessions and this can be accommodated within an agreed job plan.

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

The role will directly influence the strategic direction of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s Sectors, Directorates and Board, and will support the Board’s Medical Director to plan high quality, safe,efficient,patient-centered in compliance with local and national targets.

Candidates should possess and demonstrate evidence of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s 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

We look forward to receiving your application which will be given careful consideration.

If you would like more information about the role before applying; informal enquiries will be welcomed by:

Dr Jennifer L Armstrong, Medical Director NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde on 0141 201 4633 or Email:  Jennifer.Armstrong2@ggc.scot.nhs.uk

For details of the Job Description and Person  Specification for the role please refer to the Candidate Information Pack below .

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​How to Apply

To apply for this post please submit a full Curriculum Vitae detailing career achievement, as well as a supporting statement which addresses the job description and person specification and your interest in the role. 

  Please also include details of 2 Referees, one of which must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will not be approached without obtaining your prior consent.

Candidates should submit completed applications by Email no later than the closing date of 17.00 hours  Friday 20^th January 2023 to Lynne.stockey@ggc.scot.nhs.uk (Lynne Stockey, General Manager, Recruitment Services, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde)

Closing date for returning application: 17.00 hours  Friday 20^th January 2023

Interviews for these posts are scheduled for:  Mid / Late February 2023.

​​​​​​​Additional Information

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

Regardless of nationality the recruitment process for all candidates includes a Right to Work in the UK check. 

EU Settlement Scheme:  As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1^st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom.  Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families.

Applications are encouraged from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have. Applications from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates will be welcomed.