Deputy Hospital Manager

Optegra Eye Health Care; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks an experienced Deputy Hospital Manager. This role involves supporting the Regional Hospital Manager, overseeing hospital operations, and ensuring high-quality patient care across multiple locations. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership experience and financial awareness in a healthcare environment. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including funded training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous salary up to £55,000

Generous matched pension contributions

33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Flexible working and SMART working schemes

Funded training and development

Annual STAR awards

Blue Light Card for discounts

Private Healthcare and wellbeing services

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within a healthcare setting, ideally at senior or deputy level.
• Strong understanding of operational, clinical, and regulatory requirements within hospitals.
• Financial and commercial awareness, with experience of budgetary oversight.
• Experience of KPI management and performance improvement.
• CQC Registered Manager status desirable (or willingness to work towards).

Responsibilities

• Support the Regional Hospital Manager in delivering safe and high-quality care.
• Deputise for the Regional Hospital Manager during periods of absence.
• Play a key role in strategic planning and operational oversight.
• Ensure continuity of leadership and drive performance.

Skills

Strong leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Analytical ability

Job description

Optegra has an exciting new job opportunity for an experienced Deputy Hospital Manager to join our amazing and dedicated regional team. This role covers four hospitals across the region - Birmingham, Uttoxeter, Nottingham, and Leicester, and requires regular travel between sites. This is a great opportunity to join a forward‑thinking business and benefit from our fantastic fully funded training and development programs.

Company Overview

Optegra Eye Healthcare has been proudly recognised as one of 115 Best Big Places to Work 2025 as awarded by the Sunday Times. We are committed to creating an exceptional working environment where our people thrive. Join us and be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing, and contribution every step of the way.

Benefits

• Generous salary which is reviewed annually. This role pays up to £55,000 per annum dependent on experience
• Generous matched pension contributions
• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Flexible working and SMART working schemes - because we believe in work life balance
• Funded training and development - because we believe in our people
• Celebrating your anniversaries - because we value loyalty and commitment
• Annual STAR awards
• Blue Light Card (amazing discounts online and on the high street)
• Free laser eye treatment for you and 20% discount for friends and family
• Private Healthcare, 24/7 GP appointments, free Physio and counselling for your wellbeing
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan

The Role

The Deputy Regional Hospital Manager is the second‑in‑command for hospital operations within the region, supporting the Regional Hospital Manager in delivering safe, efficient, and high‑quality care while meeting financial and operational targets.

The post holder will play a key role in strategic planning, operational oversight, people management, and clinical governance. They will deputise for the Regional Hospital Manager during periods of absence and hold delegated authority to make decisions on their behalf, ensuring continuity of leadership.

This role requires strong leadership, commercial awareness, and a commitment to patient‑centred care. The Deputy Regional Hospital Manager will act as a senior partner in shaping service delivery, driving performance, and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.

What You’ll Need

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven leadership experience within a healthcare setting, ideally at senior or deputy level.
• Strong understanding of operational, clinical, and regulatory requirements within hospitals.
• Financial and commercial awareness, with experience of budgetary oversight.
• Experience of KPI management and performance improvement.
• CQC Registered Manager status desirable (or willingness to work towards).

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to deputise effectively and take responsibility in the absence of the Regional Hospital Manager.
• Skilled in planning, prioritising, and managing resources to achieve results.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical ability with attention to detail.

If this sounds like you, please get in touch with us by applying for the role. You’ll see and feel the Optegra difference when you walk through the door - and you’ll have every opportunity to really make a difference. Take a look at our history and vision by clicking the following link: https://www.optegra.com/optegra-story/.

Optegra is proud to be an inclusive business where you can enjoy the career you want, without changing the person you are. We’re welcoming to all, working together as a supportive team, respecting the uniqueness of every individual we work with.

Closing date

Please get your application to us as soon as possible. We may close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.