b Overview /b p In this role you will provide strategic clinical leadership for obstetrics and gynaecology across two acute sites, shaping county-wide womens health services. You will lead quality, safety, workforce and patient experience improvements, working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care. The position offers a rare opportunity to drive transformation and build a lasting legacy within a large integrated NHS organisation. You will align with system priorities and develop a clear service strategy to improve outcomes for women and babies. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Flexible working options /li li NHS pension scheme /li li Generous annual leave /li li Strong focus on career development /li li Blue Light Card and NHS-specific perks /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Provide visible clinical leadership across womens health services between two hospitals /li li Develop and deliver a county-wide O G strategy aligned with trust and system priorities /li li Lead on quality, safety and clinical governance and drive improvements from reviews and audits /li li Oversee maternity and neonatal services and national improvement plans /li li Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient experience, access, elective recovery, cancer pathways and service performance /li li Share accountability for workforce, operational, quality and financial objectives /li li Support recruitment, retention, succession planning and leadership development /li li Lead transformational projects and pathway redesign across acute, community and primary care /li li Build relationships with patients, families, commissioners and regional networks to deliver high-quality services /li li Promote inclusion, innovation, research, continuous improvement and compassionate leadership /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Full GMC registration with licence to practise /li li Entry on GMC Specialist Register in Obstetrics Gynaecology (or within six months) /li li Evidence of continuing professional development and revalidation /li li Substantial consultant experience in Obstetrics Gynaecology /li li Clinical credibility and leadership in a complex healthcare environment /li li Broad understanding of maternity, benign gynaecology, emergency gynaecology, elective services and cancer pathways /li li Experience leading services across multiple sites or organisations (desirable) /li li Experience in regional, network or system leadership (desirable) /li li Experience leading service improvement or cultural change /li li Ability to lead across professional and organisational boundaries /li li Strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills /li li Willingness to travel across Somerset /li /ul ul li leadership /li li collaboration /li li influence /li li clinical governance and patient safety /li li quality improvement /li li performance information analysis /li /ul
Clinical Director for Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Somerset employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
