Clinical Lead - Digital Diabetes Remission (Primary Care)

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Clinical Lead for Primary Care to enhance patient care through the Digital Diabetes Remission Programme. This role requires a registered healthcare professional who can drive change and work collaboratively across NHS Scotland. The position is part-time for three years, focusing on innovative healthcare solutions.

Benefits

Flexible Working Options

Qualifications

• Experience working with executive and senior managers across NHS Scotland.
• Previous experience with diabetes remission programmes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in the development and delivery of the Digital Diabetes Remission Programme.
• Support the implementation of the Digital Diabetes Remission Pathway.

Skills

Change Agent

Professional Standards

Collaboration

Education

Registered Healthcare Professional

Job description

Job Opportunity: Clinical Lead (Primary Care) - NHS Scotland

This post is only open to current employees in NHS Scotland.

Are you interested in a high-profile role that drives improved outcomes and makes a difference in patient care across Scotland? Do you have a passion for supporting projects that address major challenges facing NHS Scotland?

The Centre for Sustainable Delivery (CfSD) offers an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Lead (Primary Care) as part of the Accelerated National Innovation Adoption (ANIA) Pathway. This role involves providing expertise in the development, design, and delivery of the Digital Diabetes Remission Programme, which aims to register 3,000 patients onto a digital pathway by 2028. The programme is developed in collaboration with clinical teams across Scotland and is funded by the Scottish Government.

Candidate Requirements

• Registered healthcare professional working in a clinical role within Primary Care
• Ability to act as a change agent, demonstrating high professional standards
• Experience working with executive and senior managers across NHS Scotland
• Previous experience with diabetes remission programmes is advantageous but not essential

Role Details

Each post is for three years, initially up to 0.2 WTE per week, with potential reduction over the programme's duration. Roles will likely be regionally aligned across Scotland to support the implementation of the Digital Diabetes Remission Pathway.

Application Process

For informal discussions, contact: John Thomson, National Associate Clinical Director, [e-mail]

To apply, email your CV and a brief summary (max 500 words) of your relevant experience and skills to: [e-mail]

Important Dates

• Closing date for applications: 29th May 2025
• Interview week: Starting 26th June 2025 (via MS Teams)

Additional Information

• NHS Golden Jubilee supports flexible working options.
• This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received.
• We are committed to inclusive recruitment and encourage applications from all community sections. Support is available for applicants with disabilities or health conditions.
• Further contact details are provided in the Job Pack.