Clinical Lead (Healthcare Services)
Clinical Lead (Healthcare Services)
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Job title: Clinical Lead (Healthcare Services)
Responsible to: Director of Operations
Responsible for: Healthcare Services Team
Salary: 40000 - 45000 pro rata (dependent on skills & experience) plus access to pension scheme with an employer contribution of 4%
Hours of work: Part-time (14 hours per week)
Annual leave: 30 days 8 bank holidays per year
Location: Home or office (Bristol) or hybrid Face-to-face meetings will be required including travel to meetings
Closing date:9th June - midday
Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) is a long-term (chronic) fluctuating neurological disease that causes symptoms affecting many body systems more commonly the nervous and immune systems. The life-changing symptoms experienced by people with ME are being mirrored by more than half of those with long Covid. This could mean around 1.3m people are living with ME or ME-like symptoms in the UK.
Action for ME is the only charity in the UK providing direct support including healthcare services to children and adults with ME. We provide vital support services campaign for change and invest in ground-breaking research to help put an end to the ignorance injustice and neglect experienced by people with ME.
We are seeking a dynamic strategic and highly organised individual with either registered healthcare status or an experienced commissioner of healthcare services and a passion for supporting people with long-term health conditions like ME.
As Clinical Lead you will play a pivotal role in the delivery and development of our Healthcare Services. As our CQC Registered Manager you will play a critical role in supporting the team and assuring effective and safe services for people with ME of all ages and their families.
Reporting to the Director of Operations you will also play a pivotal role in developing our services drive performance and optimise processes and enhance service delivery to take action with impact to better support individuals living with ME.
Job purpose
The Clinical Lead will play a pivotal role in leading and developing Action for MEs Healthcare Services with the Operations Director ensuring the highest standards of clinical care for individuals affected by Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). The postholder will be responsible for clinical oversight service development and leadership working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to enhance outcomes for children and adults with ME and will be the CQC Registered Manager for the service.
At present the Healthcare Services is a small team with two doctors (GPs) and two physios. Our counsellors are overseen by a Counselling Lead Supervisor and our multi-faith Chaplains are supported by our Lead Chaplain.
We are keen to develop and expand our services building on the small amount of spot purchasing from local commissioning boards and exploring a diagnosing and prescribing offer. We are also keen to explore the potential of increasing the range of disciplines offered within the team. You will play a key role in driving the strategy for our Healthcare Services with the Director of Operations.
Key responsibilities
Provide clinical support and expertise to Action for MEs Healthcare Services ensuring evidence-based person-centred care.
Act as Registered Manager for CQC (Care Quality Commission) purposes and ensure that the service meets all required standards.
Lead the development and implementation of clinical policies protocols and best practices in line with national guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Supervise and support healthcare professionals within the service offering guidance mentorship and training.
Designated safeguarding officer for Healthcare Services.
Collaborate with external stakeholders including NHS services researchers and others to enhance healthcare provision for people with M.E.
Ensure the service complies with regulatory and safeguarding standards including CQC requirements where applicable.
Monitor and evaluate service delivery using data-driven insights to improve clinical outcomes and patient experience.
Provide expert advice on complex cases supporting staff with clinical decision-making.
Represent Action for M.E. at external forums conferences and policy discussions.
Job requirements
Person specification
A registered healthcare professional (e.g. doctor nurse physiotherapist or occupational therapist) with active professional registration (GMC NMC HCPC or equivalent) OR an experienced commissioner of healthcare services with experience of quality assurance safeguarding and compliance.
Extensive clinical experience in chronic illness management OR sound understanding of clinical practice ideally with expertise in ME or related conditions and a clear understanding of the challenges faced by people with ME.
An understanding of Care Quality Commission regulatory requirements
Proven leadership experience in a healthcare setting including team management and service development.
Strong understanding of evidence-based practice and clinical governance.
A sound understanding and experience of safeguarding children/young people and vulnerable adults.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with patients carers and healthcare professionals.
Experience in training and mentoring healthcare professionals.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.
Commitment to patient-centred care and advocacy for people with ME.
Knowledge of NHS structures and commissioning processes
An understanding of working within the third sector or charitable organisations
How to apply
Please click on the apply button below to submit your application. Along with your CV your cover letter should in no more than two A4 pages explain your reason(s) for applying for this role and how you fit all aspects of the person specification set out above and in the job pack.
Strong applicants will list each person specification bullet point related to experience skills and behaviours and provide evidence of how they meet each of these criteria.
Should you have any questions about the role or require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process please dont hesitate to email the recruitment team for this role.
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Employment Type
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