Deputy General Manager- Medical Care Group | University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust

An opportunity has arisen within the Medical Care Group for a Deputy General Manager in Specialist Medicine to lead a plurality of specialties at University Hospitals Dorset (UHD).

The Directorate of Specialist Medicine is a large and dynamic team. This post would have responsibility for:

• Respiratory Medicine


• Diabetes & Endocrine


• Dermatology


The post holder will be required to work across all sites within UHD. Discussion regarding the post and secondment opportunities are welcomed., The purpose of this role is to lead the Directorates in ensuring the provision of high-quality patient services that are clinically safe, delivered cost effectively and meet the Trust's Values, priorities and performance targets.

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.

The services within directorate portfolios are delivered predominantly at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital, with a smaller proportion delivered at Christchurch Hospital and in other community/hospital sites across Dorset via Service Level Agreements.

This role requires First degree or has appropriate level of senior
management experience. Masters' degree or equivalent relevant
experience to the role or demonstrable equivalent
working experience., Disability Confident
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