Deputy Medical Director - Practice Services

Deputy Medical Director – Practice Services

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At BrisDoc, we are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality healthcare that truly makes a difference. As a leading provider of NHS urgent and in-hours primary care across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire, we foster innovation, clinical excellence, and patient-centred care within an open learning culture.

We are seeking a motivated and capable GP to step into the role of Deputy Medical Director (DMD) for Practice Services. This pivotal role is designed to enhance the quality of care, support the clinical workforce, and drive intra-and inter-practice improvements within BrisDoc’s Practice Services.

This is an excellent opportunity for GPs with diverse experiences and backgrounds to gain senior leadership experience in a supportive, nurturing environment. We are looking for GPs passionate about fostering innovation and championing clinical excellence in general practice.

Key Dates (subject To Change)

• Vacancy closes: 4th March 2025
• Shortlisting: 5th-7th March 2025
• Job conversations: 10th – 14th March 2025
• Visits to Practices: 17th – 21st March 2025
• Formal interviews: 25th March 2025

Please note, we welcome informal telephone conversations about this role. If you would like to speak to the Medical Director about the role, please email. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once enough suitable applications have been received.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide strategic clinical leadership to improve health outcomes and reduce health inequalities across BrisDoc’s Practice Services.
2. Foster strong relationships within and between practices, and with external stakeholders, including local practices, One Care, VSCE, and the ICB.
3. Support clinical governance, quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to the development of a culture of openness and learning, working alongside established teams.
4. Collaborate with the Head of Practice Services and Medical Director to align clinical initiatives with operational priorities.
5. Mentor and support Lead GPs, clinical leaders, GPs, and GP trainees, fostering professional growth within a supportive framework.
6. Represent BrisDoc in the PCN, clinical forums, and external stakeholder meetings, contributing to primary care strategy within BNSSG.

BrisDoc is an employee-owned social enterprise with over twenty years of experience in providing NHS Healthcare. We serve over one million patients across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire through our Severnside Integrated Urgent Care, In-Hours Primary Care, and Homeless Health Service.

At BrisDoc, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Person Specification

A motivated and capable individual with a combination of strong clinical knowledge, leadership capabilities, and a passion for improving primary care services.

Qualifications

• Full GMC registration
• Inclusion in an English Performers List as a GP

Skills And Experience

1. Leadership or management qualifications are advantageous but not essential.
2. Demonstrable experience in clinical leadership within general practice, with strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
3. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging diverse stakeholders and navigating tricky situations.
4. Ability to mentor and support clinical leaders and GP trainees.
5. Experience in quality improvement, clinical governance, and managing complex relationships.
6. Strategic thinking with the ability to align clinical objectives with organisational goals.
7. Service development, risk management, and crisis leadership experience are beneficial but not essential.

Attributes

1. Collaborative, adaptable, reflective, and resilient.
2. Committed to continuous professional development and patient-centred care.
3. Passionate about workforce support, fostering innovation and reducing health inequalities.

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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