Clinical Head of Healthcare - Surrey

NHS; Redhill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in forensic healthcare is seeking a passionate leader to head their custody healthcare service. This role involves providing clinical leadership, ensuring high-quality patient care, and managing a team of healthcare professionals. You will play a crucial role in improving health outcomes for detainees and will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing field. Join a forward-thinking organization that values kindness and integrity, and be part of a team dedicated to making a difference in the criminal justice system.

Qualifications

• Experience in clinical leadership within healthcare settings.
• Strong background in forensic healthcare and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective clinical leadership to healthcare professionals.
• Ensure high-quality, patient-focused care while meeting KPIs.
• Manage client relationships and identify service improvement opportunities.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Patient-Focused Care

Healthcare Management

Forensic Healthcare

Education

Nursing Qualification

Paramedic Qualification

Job description

Job summary

Are you an experienced Nurse or Paramedic leader looking for a new role?

Does police custody healthcare appeal to you?

Do you want to make a difference?

If yes, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Mountain Healthcare is seeking a passionate, resilient, and values-driven leader to serve as Head of Healthcare and lead our custody healthcare service in Surrey.

Join us at Mountain Healthcare, where your expertise can make a real difference in detainees' lives. For more information, please contact the hiring manager via email: [e-mail].

How to Apply:

Submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and what you can bring to this role.

Application deadline: Sunday, 18th May 2025

Mountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Provide effective clinical leadership to Forensic Practitioners and Healthcare Professionals.
2. Ensure high-quality, patient-focused care while meeting client KPIs.
3. Manage client relationships and identify opportunities for service improvement.
4. Oversee staffing levels, skill mix, and compliance with operational standards.
5. Act as a role model and mentor, promoting professional development.
6. Coordinate healthcare pathways for individuals involved in the criminal justice process.
7. Maintain a strong, on-site presence and communication with staff, patients, and external stakeholders.
8. Ensure service delivery is within the budget forecast for custody services.
9. Respond appropriately to capacity demands and patient dependency needs, ensuring safety at all times.
10. Share best practices and ensure staff compliance with MAST requirements.
11. Provide expert advice, support, and information to police, HCPs, and Forensic Practitioners, considering psychological/emotional needs.
12. Manage Clinical Leads, HCPs, FMEs, and Forensic Practitioner teams, ensuring effective staffing and rostering.

About us

Founded by passionate clinicians, Mountain Healthcare leads the UK's clinical forensic healthcare sector. We are a premier partner of NHS England and the police, offering services including SARCs, police custodial healthcare, secure estate healthcare, and clinical advice. Guided by our values, Be Kind and Do the Right Thing, we provide trauma-informed, holistic care that improves health outcomes within the criminal justice system. We leverage innovative technologies and partnerships to ensure equal, effective, and efficient services, always prioritizing patient safety, health, and rights.

Join us to make a significant impact. Clinical forensic healthcare is a rapidly growing field, and we are committed to developing our staff through training, CPD courses, and sector events.