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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is the largest health organisation in Scotland providing acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of 1.2 million in 6 local authority areas. The Board is embarking on a period of transformational change developing new models of care, delivering safe, effective and person-centred care. This will be driven by innovation and the opportunities presented by new technology and the digital age.
The Acute Sector provides a complex range of Hospital services across the population of Greater Glasgow and Clyde. In addition, the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital will be designated as a major trauma centre from 2021. An opportunity has arisen to join the Regional Services Directorate Management Team in a role with responsibility for Neurosurgery, Neuroanaesthesia, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Interventional Neuroradiology (INR), the National DBS service and the National Adult Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate surgery service. The post holder is also responsible for the management of critical care and operating theatre services across Neurosciences.
You will report to the General Manager for Neurosciences, OMFS, Rehabilitation Medicine, Spinal Injuries and WestMARC and have responsibility for developing and implementing services within key acute service areas ensuring there is a clear focus on the delivery of a range of high quality, safe and efficient patient centred services to meet local and national targets.
With strong influencing and leadership qualities you will require to evidence significant experience in operational management in a healthcare or equivalent complex environment. You will the ability to inspire confidence and respect to lead and deliver in a politically sensitive and demanding environment. Key to the success of this role will be the ability to contribute to the development of a strong, patient-focused culture which encourages initiative, individual and team responsibility and open communication.
If you believe you have the leadership competencies we require for such an important role we look forward to receiving your application.
Informal Contact: Craig Broadfoot, Contact Number 0141 201 2833, Email Craig.Broadfoot@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
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