Head of Clinical Services

Head of Clinical Services

Location: Preston PR2 5BW

Salary: Competitive

The Hospital is dedicated to delivering innovative and compassionate care to their patients and the local community. As the Head of Clinical Services, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of their organisation and ensuring that we continue to set new standards in healthcare excellence. As an organisation that prides itself on their unique family values, it is crucial that the Head of Clinical Services adopts this culture and implements across their team.

The Role

The Head of Clinical Services is a pivotal leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, operational oversight, and quality assurance of clinical services within Greater Lancashire Hospital. The individual will work closely with the multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of exceptional, patient-centred care while fostering innovation and adhering to regulatory and accreditation standards.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for clinical services aligned with the hospital’s mission and objectives.
• Provide leadership and guidance to department heads, clinicians, and other healthcare professionals to promote excellence in patient care
• Collaborate with executive leadership to set short- and long-term goals for clinical services.

Clinical Operations:

• Oversee the delivery of clinical services across all departments, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with best practices.
• Monitor resource allocation, including staffing, equipment and facilities to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Identify and resolve operational challenges to enhance service delivery

Quality and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with health regulatory bodies, accreditation standards and hospital policies.
• Monitor and analyse key performance indicators (KPI’s) related to patient safety, clinical outcomes and service efficiency
• Lead quality improvement initiatives to achieve clinical excellence and patient satisfaction.

Team Management & Development:

• Recruit, train, mentor and evaluate clinical staff to build a cohesive, high performing team in line with regulatory bodies and the company values.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continued professional development
• Address performance issues and ensure adherence to hospital standards

Financial Oversight:

• Develop and manage budgets for clinical services, ensuring fiscal responsibility and cost effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities to optimise clinical operations and reduce costs without compromising quality
• Work with the finance team to track and report financial performance
• Work closely with other department leads to ensure effective management of budgets across the hospital site
• Collaborate in the monthly report on the Hospital trading figures including Profit & Loss

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as the primary liaison between clinical teams, executive director and department leads
• Represent the hospital in professional and community forums, enhancing its reputation as a leader in healthcare delivery
• Collaborate with other healthcare providers, organisations and regulators to align services with industry advancements

Skills and Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RGN) with a valid UK Licence
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field (Required)
• Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration/Business Administration (preferred)
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in nursing, with at least 3 years in a leadership/management role.
• Strong knowledge of clinical service delivery, patient safety, and healthcare regulations.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure healthcare environment.
• Proficiency in healthcare management software and data analysis tools is an advantage.
• Strong focus on financial management including budgets, costings and forecasts

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, then please do not hesitate to apply.

The Hospital is part of the Bespoke Healthcare Group and is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.