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Deputy General Manager - Children's Medicine and Neonatology

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Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must be motivated, with strong communication skills, experience in service delivery and quality improvement, and the ability to engage stakeholders and manage change effectively.
  • You will support leadership, manage clinical services, assess change impacts, advise on strategy, ensure standards, oversee performance, and lead workforce development.

Requirements

  • - Highly motivated and dynamic individual
  • - Excellent communication skills
  • - Record of service delivery
  • - Record of quality improvement
  • - Record of workforce development
  • - Ability to influence and engage with stakeholder partners across the system
  • - Clear voice and vision for the communities served
  • - Direct line management responsibility for directorate service managers
  • - Capability to implement and manage systems and processes
  • - Ability to assess the impact of change and make decisions, balancing risks and priorities

Responsibilities

  • - Support and deputise for the General Manager and Head of Nursing to ensure that both strategic and operational demands are met.
  • - Be accountable to the General Manager for the delivery of clinical services within and across the directorate.
  • - Assess the impact of change and make decisions, balancing risks and priorities.
  • - Provide advice to the General Manager and the Directorate Management Team.
  • - Support the Clinical Director and General Manager with the development and delivery of a strategic vision.
  • - Ensure service changes meet internal and external expectations and standards.
  • - Implement and manage systems and processes to ensure that all services are delivered in accordance with Trust-wide policies.
  • - Have direct line management responsibility for the directorate service managers and the delivery and performance management of those services.
  • - Review and, where necessary, develop mechanisms for performance management at service level.
  • - Oversee workforce development and represent the General Manager and Head of Nursing in their absence.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the Deputy General Manager - Children's Medicine and Neonatology?

The primary role of the Deputy General Manager (DGM) is to support and deputize for the General Manager and Head of Nursing, ensuring that both strategic and operational demands of the children's Medicine and Neonatology services are met.

Who will the Deputy General Manager report to?

The Deputy General Manager will be accountable to the General Manager.

What key qualities are we looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent communication skills, a record of service delivery, quality improvement, and workforce development, as well as the ability to influence and engage with stakeholders.

Will the Deputy General Manager work alone?

No, the DGM will work collaboratively with the Clinical Director, General Manager, and Head of Nursing, as well as manage a team of service managers.

Is experience in children's services necessary for this role?

While specific experience in children's services is not mentioned, a strong background in service delivery within a healthcare setting is highly valuable.

What responsibilities will the DGM have regarding performance management?

The DGM will be responsible for the delivery and performance management of clinical services, assessing the impact of change, and developing mechanisms for performance management at the service level.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the role involves supporting workforce development, indicating opportunities for professional growth and development.

What type of changes is the DGM expected to implement?

The DGM is expected to implement service changes that meet internal and external expectations and standards of care.

Will there be an interview panel involved in the selection process?

Yes, the interview process will include a stakeholder panel.

Can you provide more information about Evelina London?

Evelina London is part of Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, providing comprehensive health services for women and children, with over 3,000 dedicated staff and a focus on high-quality care, clinical excellence, and innovation.

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

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Mission & Purpose

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare provider in the UK, offering a wide range of medical services through its hospitals and community services. The Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients while advancing medical research and education. Their ultimate mission is to improve health outcomes and enhance the well-being of the communities they serve. The Trust is committed to innovation, excellence in care, and ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all.