Clinical Director (GP) - Primary & Urgent Care - (up to 12 months FTC)
Are you a visionary clinical leader ready to drive excellence and innovation in patient care? At HUC, we are seeking an inspiring Clinical Director to join our senior leadership team and make a lasting impact on the future of healthcare delivery.
HUC is a forward-thinking organisation committed to exceptional healthcare and continual patient-centred improvement. As a Clinical Director, you will be at the heart of strategic decision-making, working alongside our Chief Medical Officer and leadership team to shape the future of clinical services.
Clinical Directors are a vital element of HUC's Senior Clinical Leadership team. They will work as a team alongside the Chief Medical Officer whilst being accountable for their own services, supporting them and line managing a team of Lead GPs. Clinical Directors will be embedded within the organisation's senior leadership, working closely with non-clinical counterparts to ensure HUC continues to lead the way in clinical innovation whilst always prioritising the patient experience.
Main duties of the job
As a Clinical Director, you will:
* Lead with intent: Set collaboration for cross-site decision-making with operational leaders to make sure our services remain safe, effective, and patient-centric.
* Inspire excellence: Manage and mentor Lead GP to build a culture of teamwork, learning, and innovation.
* Advocate for change: Drive quality improvement initiatives and compliance with clinical governance criteria.
* Shape the Future: Lead workforce development through GP Vocational Training Schemes (VTS) and other educational programmes.
* Represent and Influence: Be a senior ambassador for HUC to the stakeholders, commissioners, and regulatory bodies.
This role combines clinical and managerial responsibilities, offering a unique opportunity to lead transformative change while staying connected to hands-on patient care. Clinical duties will be performed on Mondays and Tuesdays (14:00 - 18:00) in St Albans IUCH. Remaining hours to be agreed.
About us
In return for your dedication and commitment to our values, we offer:
* Exclusive Discounts: Unlock amazing savings on shopping, travel, and entertainment through our Discount Hub, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more.
* NHS Pension Scheme: Secure your future with the NHS Pension, offering peace of mind and valuable long-term financial benefits for all our staff.
* Wellbeing Support: Enjoy access to counselling services, personalised health plans, calming meditation guides, energising fitness routines, and delicious recipes to keep you thriving every day.
* Recognition and Rewards: Celebrate your achievements with peer shout-outs, special awards, and exclusive event vouchers.
* Financial Perks: Access to free financial advice, a healthcare cash plan, and smart savings options through our Credit Union.
* Career Growth: Build the future you deserve with our My Academy training programs and exciting internal vacancies.
Job responsibilities
This is fixed term maternity cover post for max 12 months. This is a hybrid role which requires presence at different sites across HUC network. Clinical duties will be performed on Mondays and Tuesdays (14:00 - 18:00) in St Albans IUCH. Remaining hours to be agreed.
You must have full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. We do not offer VISA sponsorship. A full UK driving licence is required.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.
Person Specification
* Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
* Be a practising GP
* Knowledge and/or experience of the NHS111/telephone triage/OOHs as appropriate
* Demonstrate a track record of clinical leadership
* Experience of managing team of clinicians
* Experience of leading outside their own specialty/department
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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