General Manager

Job Title: Interim General Manager – Acute Emergency MedicineLocation: Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (Truro, Hayle, Penzance)Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term

About the Trust:Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the principal provider of acute and specialist care across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, serving a population of over 570,000. As a teaching hospital partnered with the University of Exeter and University of Plymouth, we are committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and outstanding patient care.

The Opportunity:We are seeking a dynamic and experienced General Manager to join our Acute Emergency Medicine division during a period of exciting transformation. This senior leadership role is pivotal in driving operational improvements, supporting frontline teams, and delivering strategic change aligned with our long-term vision, 'Outstanding Care for One and All'.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead operational delivery and service improvement across emergency medicine

• Ensure patient-focused, high-quality care in a fast-paced, complex environment

• Collaborate closely with clinical and non-clinical teams

• Champion Trust values and contribute to system-wide transformation

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in senior operational leadership within acute healthcare

• Strong change management and team leadership skills

• Ability to work under pressure with a clear focus on patient outcomes

Please contact Gemma at Piers Meadows for a full job spec.